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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston station (RYS) 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 Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 4 trains that leave Royston station (RYS) for Cambridge station (CBG) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
9:230h16Royston station (RYS)9:39Cambridge station (CBG)£81One-way0 changes- 8:230h16Royston station (RYS)8:39Cambridge station (CBG)£81One-way0 changes
7:130h22Royston station (RYS)7:35Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes- 10:530h16Royston station (RYS)11:09Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- 9:230h16Royston station (RYS)9:39Cambridge station (CBG)£81One-way0 changes
- 10:530h16Royston station (RYS)11:09Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- 8:230h16Royston station (RYS)8:39Cambridge station (CBG)£81One-way0 changes
- 7:130h22Royston station (RYS)7:35Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82499 | On time 6:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 6:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10167 | On time 6:43 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 7:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G77126 | On time 6:52 Royston station (RYS) | 0h18 | 7:10 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G27342 | On time 7:13 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 7:35 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45477 | On time 7:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 7:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10163 | On time 7:45 Royston station (RYS) | 0h21 | 8:06 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10186 | On time 8:15 Royston station (RYS) | 0h21 | 8:36 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45465 | On time 8:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 8:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10165 | On time 8:43 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 9:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45437 | On time 8:53 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 9:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10173 | On time 9:13 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 9:35 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45490 | On time 9:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 9:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| X83873 | On time 9:46 Royston station (RYS) | 0h24 | 10:10 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45478 | On time 10:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 10:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| X83872 | On time 10:46 Royston station (RYS) | 0h24 | 11:10 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45479 | On time 11:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 11:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10182 | On time 11:43 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 12:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45428 | On time 11:53 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 12:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45493 | On time 12:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 12:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10188 | On time 12:43 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 13:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45425 | On time 12:53 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 13:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45467 | On time 13:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 13:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10184 | On time 13:43 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 14:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45434 | On time 13:53 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 14:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45474 | On time 14:23 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 14:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10187 | On time 14:43 Royston station (RYS) | 0h22 | 15:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W45432 | On time 14:53 Royston station (RYS) | 0h16 | 15:09 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG)
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Trains from Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 16m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Royston station (RYS) and Cambridge station (CBG) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston station (RYS) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Royston station (RYS) and Cambridge station (CBG)
Most Royston station (RYS) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains use the Royston to Cambridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Royston station (RYS) and Cambridge station (CBG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Royston from Royston city centre
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.
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.
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