The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 18 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.
To travel from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) you need to make at least one change.
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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 £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 117 km
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2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G84456 | On time 08:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 10:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84460 | On time 08:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 10:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
G83666+ G81836 | On time 08:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h16 | 11:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
G84465 | On time 09:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 11:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
G84469 | On time 09:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 11:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W59291+ G81842 | On time 09:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h16 | 12:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) by train or coach
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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 £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southern, CrossCountry from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southern, CrossCountry trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Cambridge station (CBG) from £7. 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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