Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train with Thameslink

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Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Cheapest

£48

Average

£48

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

W26102

05:461h52

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

07:38Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

W36154

05:502h13

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:03Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

2 changes

Cheapest

W25314

06:192h43

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:02Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

2 changes

Cheapest

W26106

06:161h55

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:11Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

0 changes

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 24 January

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Thameslink W26102 ThameslinkW26102	05:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h52	07:38 Cambridge station (CBG)	0 changesDirect
Great Northern W36154 SouthernW36154	05:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h13	08:03 Cambridge station (CBG)	2 changes
Thameslink W26106 ThameslinkW26106	06:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h55	08:11 Cambridge station (CBG)	0 changesDirect
Great Northern W25314 ThameslinkW25314	06:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h43	09:02 Cambridge station (CBG)	2 changes
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Train times from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Fastest Journey

1 h 52 m

Average

2 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

117 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Cambridge station (CBG) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

W26102

05:461h52

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

07:38Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

0 changes

W26106

06:161h55

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:11Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

0 changes

W36154

05:502h13

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

08:03Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

2 changes

W25314

06:192h43

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:02Cambridge station (CBG)

£481One-way

2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

117 km

Average train duration

2h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

£22

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 52m

First train

03:21

Last train

23:10

Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia and Great Northern trains Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)

Buy your official Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia and Great Northern train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) from £21 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 1 h 52 min
Cheapest Price: £21
Thameslink frequency: 16 a day

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train information with Abellio Greater Anglia:

Average Duration: 2 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: £22

Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) with Great Northern:

Average Duration: 2 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: £31

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG).

Cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train travel time is 1 h 52 min for the 73 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) leaves at 02: 46. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) leaves at 22: 06.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 2 direct trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the journey from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) you can take a train with Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern or Southern. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 06.

A day trip to Cambridge station (CBG) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) by train is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Cambridge station (CBG) from Gatwick Airport (GTW) including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cambridge station (CBG)

Crawley

Cambridge

The major train station for departures in Crawley is Gatwick Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gatwick Airport for your trip from Crawley to Cambridge.

Gatwick Airport Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.

Parking

Car Park: Airport Car Park

Dining

Costa Coffee
KFC
McDonald's

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hilton London Gatwick Airport
Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms

Ticket Office

24/7

Public transport options for Gatwick Airport

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station