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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London City Airport to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London City Airport to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London City Airport to Cambridge will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from London City Airport to Cambridge you need to make at least one change.
Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+
P77405 · P666718:192h01London Waterloo (WAT)10:20Cambridge station (CBG)£201One-way2 changes- Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P762618:111h56London Waterloo (WAT)10:07Cambridge station (CBG)£241One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+L55681 · P762618:042h03London Waterloo (WAT)10:07Cambridge station (CBG)£241One-way2 changes
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P762618:111h51London Waterloo (WAT)10:02Cambridge South£371One-way1 change
W45478+
P877108:461h53Woolwich Dockyard (WWD)10:39Cambridge station (CBG)£391One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+
C933468:161h23London Waterloo (WAT)9:39Cambridge South£391One-way1 change - Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+W454358:251h40London Waterloo (WAT)10:05Cambridge South£391One-way1 change
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P762618:111h51London Waterloo (WAT)10:02Cambridge South£371One-way1 change
- W45478+P877108:461h53Woolwich Dockyard (WWD)10:39Cambridge station (CBG)£391One-way1 change
- P87709+W454358:161h53Woolwich Dockyard (WWD)10:09Cambridge station (CBG)£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London City Airport to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London City Airport to Cambridge 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 78 km
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£21 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London City Airport to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for London City Airport to Cambridge trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:41 London City Airport | 2h08 | 9:49 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:11 London City Airport | 1h56 | 10:07 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:41 London City Airport | 2h08 | 10:49 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London City Airport to Cambridge by train or coach
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Why should you book London City Airport to Cambridge trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Dockland Light Railway (DLR) to find the best option for your trip from London City Airport to Cambridge.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Dockland Light Railway (DLR) to find the best option for your trip from London City Airport to Cambridge.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London City Airport to Cambridge.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London City Airport to Cambridge
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Trains from London City Airport to Cambridge run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 14:11. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 7:01 |
Last train 14:11 |
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Train companies: Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) from London City Airport to Cambridge trainsThameslink, Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) trains will get you between London City Airport and Cambridge 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: London City Airport to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London City Airport to Cambridge 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London City Airport and Cambridge
Most London City Airport to Cambridge trains use the London Kings Cross to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare London City Airport and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: 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.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, 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: Yes.
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