4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Cambridge will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Oxford to Cambridge you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C933243:553h44Oxford station (OXF)7:39Cambridge South£201One-way3 changes- G15356 · C48611+
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C374413:553h40Oxford station (OXF)7:35Cambridge South£201One-way3 changes - G15120+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G270079:322h37Oxford station (OXF)12:09Cambridge South£501One-way2 changes
- W34892+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G2701015:012h38Oxford station (OXF)17:39Cambridge South£501One-way2 changes
- W35362+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G7699810:292h40Oxford station (OXF)13:09Cambridge South£501One-way2 changes
G01178+G14901+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G7700811:412h28Oxford station (OXF)14:09Cambridge South£821One-way3 changes- C00789 · G14894+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C933467:042h35Oxford station (OXF)9:39Cambridge South£821One-way3 changes
- G15120+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G270079:322h37Oxford station (OXF)12:09Cambridge South£501One-way2 changes
- W35365+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G7700811:322h37Oxford station (OXF)14:09Cambridge South£501One-way2 changes
- W35367+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G7701812:322h37Oxford station (OXF)15:09Cambridge South£501One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 106 km
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Live departures
Oxford to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Cambridge trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W34850+C37899+W45398 | On time 5:20 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h45 | 8:05 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34850+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93329 | On time 5:20 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h49 | 8:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34851+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93335 | On time 6:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 8:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35354+C93340+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 6:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h38 | 9:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34853+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W45490 | On time 6:48 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 9:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34853+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45490 | On time 6:48 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 9:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34853+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93346 | On time 6:48 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h51 | 9:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| C00789 · G14894+C93346+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 7:04 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h35 | 9:39 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| G00995+V00813+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45435 | On time 7:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h49 | 10:05 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| G15119+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93350 | On time 7:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 10:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35357+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93356 | On time 7:53 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h46 | 10:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35357+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W45478 | On time 7:53 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h42 | 10:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35357+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45478 | On time 7:53 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h42 | 10:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| C00775 · G14896+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93356 | 7:58 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h41 | 10:39 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| Y41831 · G14897+G27006+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 8:27 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h42 | 11:09 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W35358+W45479+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 8:47 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 11:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35358+W45479+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | On time 8:47 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 11:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34863+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93366 | 9:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 11:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G14898+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W45428+G01000 | On time 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 12:05 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| G15120+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G27007 | On time 9:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 12:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G01176+W35117+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W45493 | On time 9:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h52 | 12:35 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W34867+C93376+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 9:59 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h40 | 12:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35362+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G76998 | 10:29 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h40 | 13:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35432+W45467+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+W29925 | 10:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h56 | 13:35 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W34872+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G27008 | On time 11:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 13:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35365+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77008 | On time 11:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 14:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34877+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77014 | On time 12:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 14:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35367+G77018+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 12:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 15:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G15045+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W45476+G01180 | On time 12:40 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h55 | 15:35 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W34882+G77024+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 13:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 15:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G14922+W45423+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+G01013 | On time 13:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h49 | 16:05 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W35369+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77028 | 13:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h38 | 16:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35376+G77064+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 16:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 19:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G14994+G77071+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 17:03 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h36 | 19:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G15366 · V00811+W45404+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 17:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h56 | 20:06 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W35379+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77076 | On time 17:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h38 | 20:09 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G15367 · W34513+W45388+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 17:35 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h00 | 20:35 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W34906+W45388+C37456 | On time 18:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h35 | 20:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W34906+G77082+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 18:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 20:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G15515 · G14909+W32924+C37905 | On time 18:06 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h53 | 20:59 Cambridge South | 4 changes | |
| G15515 · G14909+W45400+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | On time 18:06 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h59 | 21:05 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
G15515 · G14909+C37905+ P76392 | On time 18:06 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h56 | 21:02 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| V00810+W45400+C37494+G01032 | 18:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 21:05 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W35381+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77086 | On time 18:27 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h46 | 21:13 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G14910+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W45475+W29937 | 18:41 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h54 | 21:35 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| G15121+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77092 | On time 19:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 21:39 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G14930+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G77096+G01035 | 19:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h53 | 22:09 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| W35385+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W45469 | 19:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h05 | 22:35 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
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| W35395 · C48617+C82495 | 0:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 6h03 | 6:13 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| W35395 · C48617+P76229 | 0:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 6h34 | 6:44 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
| G15356 · C48611+W45477+C37441 | 3:55 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 7:35 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
| G15356 · C48611+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C93324 | 3:55 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h44 | 7:39 Cambridge South | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Cambridge
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Trains from Oxford to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford to Cambridge trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford and Cambridge from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Oxford to Cambridge: Journey Details
All Oxford to Cambridge trains involve at least two connections and have a total journey time of around 2.5 hours. Great Western Railways connect Oxford with London Paddington, with the onward journey being made on Great Northern Trains from London Kings Cross. Alternatively Cross Country and Great Western Railways operate a service with connections at Reading and London. Trains start in the early morning, with 2 to 4 departures an hour until around midnight.
Taking the Train from Oxford
Oxford to Cambridge trains depart from Oxford Station, which is immediately to the West of the city and just South of the Jericho district. Oxford's colleges and other attractions are within easy walk of the station. The Oxford Bus Company and Stagecoach operate frequent local services from hubs at Oxford Station, St Giles and St Aldates. Taxis are available at the station.
Getting into Cambridge by Train
Cambridge is an attractive and historic university town, sitting on the River Cam and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Visitors can tour university colleges and buildings, such as the Gothic King's College, with its stunning Chapel, and Trinity College. The city's Fitzwilliam Museum is renowned for its collections of antiquities and art. Historic Cambridge is compact and easily explored on foot, with cars actively discouraged. Oxford to Cambridge trains arrive at Cambridge Station. This is located just under 2 km from the city centre, with Stagecoach providing frequent shuttle bus services between the two locations. Stagecoach also operates local buses around the town and to surrounding villages and attractions, such as the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. Taxis are available at the station and there are several weekend night bus routes in Cambridge.
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FAQs: Oxford to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Cambridge
Most Oxford to Cambridge trains use the Oxford to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford 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 Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Oxford arrive at?
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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