Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£82
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£87
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 35 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) 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 Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) you need to make at least one change.
C02042+
P66833+
C04344
C01968+
C18549
C02042+
G00806
C01968 · G07964+
G00841
C01939+
C10182
G25687+
W45424
C01968 · G07964+
G00841
C01939+
C10182
C01968+
C18549
C02042+
P66833+
C04344Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, while a flight costs an average of £252.
Distance: 329 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest | £252 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG):
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) costing on average £87.
A coach is £186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) costing on average £252.
Other travel options to Cambridge station (CBG) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Coach takes on average 9h 34m.
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01968 · G07964+ G00841 | 7:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h36 | 11:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
C01968+ C18549 | 7:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h38 | 11:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
G25687+ W45424 | 7:52 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h17 | 11:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C02042+ G00806 | 7:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 4h04 | 12:02 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C02042+ C04344+ P66833 | 7:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h47 | 11:45 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
C01939+ C10182 | 8:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h38 | 12:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 15:27. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 7:27 |
Last train 15:27 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) 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.

Most Newcastle station (NCL) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains use the Newcastle to Cambridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle station (NCL) and Cambridge station (CBG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.