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IWM Duxford
A major museum of aviation and military history with historic aircraft and large hangars. Ideal for a full day trip from Royston.
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
6 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meldreth to Royston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Meldreth to Royston will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 1 trains that leave Meldreth for Royston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 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.


The table below shows live departures for Meldreth to Royston trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:40 Meldreth | 0h04 | 19:44 Royston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Meldreth to Royston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 6 km distance in 4m.
Distance 6 km |
Average train duration 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:48 |
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A major museum of aviation and military history with historic aircraft and large hangars. Ideal for a full day trip from Royston.
A compact local museum covering Royston’s history, archaeology and everyday life. A useful first stop for understanding the town and its cave.
An airfield museum with aircraft, vehicles and exhibits on RAF history. A strong choice for aviation enthusiasts within easy reach of Royston.
The town’s central open space and meeting point, surrounded by historic buildings and shops. A practical place to start exploring on foot.
An attractive heathland and woodland area with waymarked trails, wildlife and broad views. It is one of the best nearby walking areas from Royston.
A chalk downland viewpoint and nature reserve above Royston. Visitors come for open scenery, wildflowers and far-reaching countryside walks.
A Hertfordshire bake of layered potatoes and onions, slowly cooked until tender. A long-standing county favourite in local homes and traditional kitchens.
A traditional English breakfast with sausages, bacon, eggs, baked beans, mushrooms and toast. A familiar local morning meal across Royston cafés and pubs.
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas or curry sauce. A classic British takeaway widely enjoyed in and around Royston.
Casual café and brunch venue popular for breakfasts, coffee and light lunches in the town centre.
Smart Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in comfortable surroundings.
Traditional town-centre pub with cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for England. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Cambridge or London, while rail trips and pubs can still add up for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meldreth to Royston 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 Royston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Meldreth to Royston trains use the Meldreth to Royston station pair. Use this guide to compare Meldreth and Royston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Meldreth has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Meldreth.
Ticket office support is available at Meldreth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meldreth: Parking, WC.
Available at Meldreth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meldreth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free from main entrance to platform 2 (to Cambridge). Steps to platform 1 (to London). Assistance Meeting Point is next to the cycle rack in the car park, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Royston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Royston.
Wi-Fi is available at Royston.
Ticket office support is available at Royston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Royston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Royston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Royston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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