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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Cambridge every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
8:043h58Stoke-on-Trent12:02Cambridge£331One-way0 changes
10:533h16Stoke-on-Trent14:09Cambridge£881One-way0 changes
- 10:533h16Stoke-on-Trent14:09Cambridge£881One-way0 changes
- 8:043h58Stoke-on-Trent12:02Cambridge£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 179 km
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£64 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 7:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 4h13 | 12:02 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h52 | 14:02 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Cambridge from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Cambridge
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Stoke-on-Trent 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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