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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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Meldreth to Royston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Meldreth to Royston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 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.
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 6 km |
Average train duration 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Train companies: Great Northern from Meldreth to Royston trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Meldreth and Royston from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
4m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£7
Great Northern frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Royston
Things to do in Royston
Discover the best of Royston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Royston trip today.
- Recommended
Royston Museum
A compact local museum covering Royston’s history, archaeology and everyday life. A useful first stop for understanding the town and its cave.
- Recommended
Duxford Aviation Society Museum
An airfield museum with aircraft, vehicles and exhibits on RAF history. A strong choice for aviation enthusiasts within easy reach of Royston.
- Recommended
Market Hill
The town’s central open space and meeting point, surrounded by historic buildings and shops. A practical place to start exploring on foot.
- Recommended
Therfield Heath
An attractive heathland and woodland area with waymarked trails, wildlife and broad views. It is one of the best nearby walking areas from Royston.
- Recommended
Therfield Heath Nature Reserve
A chalk downland viewpoint and nature reserve above Royston. Visitors come for open scenery, wildflowers and far-reaching countryside walks.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Hertfordshire Pudding
A Hertfordshire bake of layered potatoes and onions, slowly cooked until tender. A long-standing county favourite in local homes and traditional kitchens.
Full English Breakfast
A traditional English breakfast with sausages, bacon, eggs, baked beans, mushrooms and toast. A familiar local morning meal across Royston cafés and pubs.
Fish And Chips
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas or curry sauce. A classic British takeaway widely enjoyed in and around Royston.
Jolly Postie
Casual café and brunch venue popular for breakfasts, coffee and light lunches in the town centre.
Banyers House Restaurant
Smart Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in comfortable surroundings.
The Old Bull Inn
Traditional town-centre pub with cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Cambridge or London, while rail trips and pubs can still add up for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Meldreth to Royston train
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Meldreth to Royston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from Meldreth to Royston covers a distance of 6 km and takes approximately 4m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Meldreth to Royston is 6 km.
The first train from Meldreth to Royston leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Meldreth to Royston departs at 23:48.
Trains from Meldreth to Royston run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Meldreth to Royston.
Yes, there is a direct train between Meldreth and Royston. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
To get from Meldreth to Royston, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Meldreth to Royston.
The train station in Meldreth that goes to Royston is Meldreth station (MEL), and it arrives at Royston station (RYS).
The cheapest way to get from Meldreth to Royston is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Meldreth to Royston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Meldreth to Royston offers pleasant views of the rural Hertfordshire countryside, with fields and greenery visible from the train windows.
Yes, a day trip from Meldreth to Royston is feasible with a journey time of 4m and a distance of 6 km. There are 2 trains per day.
Spending two to three days in Royston should allow you to explore its main attractions, including visiting the Royston Cave and enjoying the local countryside walks.
Yes, you can take the train from Meldreth to Royston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Meldreth and Royston
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.
Departure train stations in Meldreth
Arrival train stations in Royston
Which Meldreth station do trains to Royston leave from?
Trains from Meldreth to Royston leave from Meldreth. The station is from Meldreth city centre at Meldreth station, Station Road, Meldreth, Cambridgeshire, SG8 6JP.
MeldrethMeldreth station, Station Road, Meldreth, Cambridgeshire, SG8 6JP
City-centre transport
Getting to Meldreth from Meldreth city centre
Bus17 · 1m
Meldreth 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
Food and drink options are available at Meldreth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meldreth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meldreth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meldreth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Royston station do trains from Meldreth arrive at?
Trains from Meldreth to Royston arrive at Royston. Royston is 1 km from Royston city centre.
RoystonRoyston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
City-centre transport
Getting to Royston from Royston city centre
Bus16, 24 · 2m · every ~3 min
Royston train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Royston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Royston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Royston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Royston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Royston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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