- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£126
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£163
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
3 h 34 m
Trains on 12 Oct
32
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Cambridge will cost around £163 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
To travel from Preston to Cambridge you need to make at least one change.










Trains from Preston to Cambridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 22:51 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Cambridge trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:18 Preston | 3h56 | 15:14 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:02 Preston | 3h12 | 16:14 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:18 Preston | 3h56 | 17:14 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:00 Preston | 3h14 | 18:14 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:18 Preston | 3h56 | 19:14 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:02 Preston | 3h12 | 20:14 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:18 Preston | 3h56 | 21:14 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:00 Preston | 4h14 | 22:14 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:17 Preston | 4h51 | 23:08 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:05 Preston | 3h45 | 22:50 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:18 Preston | 5h07 | 0:25 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:05 Preston | 5h34 | 1:39 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:59 Preston | 9h20 | 6:19 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:18 Preston | 10h51 | 8:09 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
| Monday 12 October | |||||
![]() | 3:14 Preston | 4h59 | 8:13 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 4:22 Preston | 4h21 | 8:43 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:33 Preston | 3h40 | 9:13 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:58 Preston | 3h15 | 10:13 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:19 Preston | 3h54 | 11:13 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:01 Preston | 3h42 | 11:43 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:17 Preston | 3h56 | 12:13 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:00 Preston | 3h43 | 12:43 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:19 Preston | 3h54 | 13:13 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:00 Preston | 3h43 | 13:43 Cambridge | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:18 Preston | 3h55 | 14:13 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:00 Preston | 3h43 | 14:43 Cambridge | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.
Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.
Riverside green linking college backs and open meadows. Ideal for walking, punting views, and classic Cambridge photographs.
Lively square and shopping area with the market, historic streets, and buskers. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
Historic lane of colleges, chapels, and gateways. A rewarding walk for architecture, student atmosphere, and easy access to central sights.
A Cambridge creation: a rich dessert of vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce, whipped cream and meringue, long associated with Cambridge college dining.
A traditional Cambridgeshire farm dish of braised beef or mutton with onions and root vegetables, reflecting the county’s rural cooking heritage.
An old East Anglian fruit preserve made from windfall apples slowly cooked to a dark, tangy spread, once common in Cambridgeshire households.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting just outside the city centre.
Long-running riverside restaurant known for modern European cooking and views over the Cam in a smart but relaxed room.
Popular city-centre pub serving cask ales and hearty British food in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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The most popular day trips by train from Cambridge are London, Ely, Norwich, Peterborough and Bury Saint Edmunds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cambridge on Omio.

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 46m.

Ely is a small Cambridgeshire cathedral city known for Ely Cathedral and its setting above the fens. The compact centre and riverside on the Great Ouse give it a calm historic character.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 11m.

Norwich is known for its Norman cathedral, medieval lanes and strong independent character. Its historic market, literary links and mix of old churches and creative spaces give it a lively but relaxed feel.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 3m.

Peterborough is known for its magnificent Norman cathedral, Roman heritage and broad modern city centre. It balances historic character with a practical, multicultural feel, while Ferry Meadows and the nearby Fens bring welcome open space.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 43m.

Bury Saint Edmunds is a historic Suffolk market town known for its abbey ruins, cathedral and Georgian centre. It has a compact feel, with Abbey Gardens, independent shops and a long brewing heritage giving it character.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 37m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.

Most Preston to Cambridge trains use the Preston to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare Preston and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout 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.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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