The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
117 km
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.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 6 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Cambridge station (CBG) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 117 km
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G84436 | On time 05:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 07:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
G83642+ G81819 | On time 05:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h16 | 08:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
G84440 | 06:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 08:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84444 | 06:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 08:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59284+ G81825 | 06:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h16 | 09:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
G84448 | 07:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 09:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Southern or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG).
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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 5 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Southern, CrossCountry from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsThameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Southern, CrossCountry trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cambridge station (CBG) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge station (CBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cambridge station (CBG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
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