Swindon to Cambridge train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 22 May

Cheapest price

£60

Average price

£62

Fastest journey

2 h 28 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

149 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swindon to Cambridge will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Swindon for Cambridge every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    8:102h33
    Swindon
    10:43Cambridge
    £601One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    9:152h28
    Swindon
    11:43Cambridge
    £631One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    9:452h54
    Swindon
    12:39Cambridge
    £631One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swindon to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £33.

Distance: 149 km

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£56

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£11

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2h 13m

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4h 47m

Average total duration

4h 17m

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Live departures

Swindon to Cambridge train times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Cambridge trains for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34456+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93335
Delayed
6:03 Swindon station (SWI)
2h40
7:57 7:57Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45437+Great Western RailwayW35431
On time
6:18 Swindon station (SWI)
2h51
9:09 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14893+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93340
On time
6:29 Swindon station (SWI)
2h44
9:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45490+Great Western RailwayW35161
On time
6:53 Swindon station (SWI)
2h46
9:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14894+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93346
On time
7:10 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
9:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45435+Great Western RailwayG15040
On time
7:23 Swindon station (SWI)
2h46
10:09 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14895+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93350
On time
7:40 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
10:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14896+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93356
On time
8:10 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
10:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35167+Greater AngliaP76273+Elizabeth lineC37770
On time
8:25 Swindon station (SWI)
2h42
11:07 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14897+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG27006
On time
8:40 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
11:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45479+Great Western RailwayW35169
On time
8:50 Swindon station (SWI)
2h49
11:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14898+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93366
On time
9:15 Swindon station (SWI)
2h28
11:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45428+Great Western RailwayG15041
On time
9:20 Swindon station (SWI)
2h49
12:09 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15042+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG27007
On time
9:41 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
12:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45493+Great Western RailwayW34472
On time
9:45 Swindon station (SWI)
2h54
12:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14899+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC93376
On time
10:10 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
12:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34477+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG76998
On time
10:41 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
13:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15043+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45467
On time
10:48 Swindon station (SWI)
2h51
13:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14900+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG2700811:11 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
13:43 Cambridge station (CBG)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35178+Greater AngliaP77490+Elizabeth lineC3760111:20 Swindon station (SWI)
2h47
14:07 Cambridge station (CBG)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14901+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG77008
On time
11:40 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
14:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14902+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG77014
On time
12:11 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
14:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15045+Elizabeth lineC37695+Greater AngliaP76320
On time
12:20 Swindon station (SWI)
2h47
15:07 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14903+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG7701812:40 Swindon station (SWI)
2h33
15:13 Cambridge station (CBG)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35182+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45476
On time
12:49 Swindon station (SWI)
2h50
15:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34490+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG77024
On time
13:11 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
15:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15046+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45423
On time
13:20 Swindon station (SWI)
2h49
16:09 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34493+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG77028
On time
13:41 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
16:13 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15047+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45393
On time
13:52 Swindon station (SWI)
2h47
16:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14904+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG77034
On time
14:11 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
16:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35434+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45433
On time
14:20 Swindon station (SWI)
2h49
17:09 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35187+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45470
On time
14:51 Swindon station (SWI)
2h48
17:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15054+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernG27010
On time
15:04 Swindon station (SWI)
2h39
17:43 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35188+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC82671
On time
15:19 Swindon station (SWI)
2h47
18:06 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14906+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+Great NorthernC8267315:41 Swindon station (SWI)
2h54
18:35 Cambridge station (CBG)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15048+TubeTube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ThameslinkW45464
On time
15:51 Swindon station (SWI)
2h48
18:39 Cambridge station (CBG)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swindon to Cambridge

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Trains from Swindon to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
149 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 28m
First train
4:38
Last train
22:19
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Cambridge trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Cambridge from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
£33
Great Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
£50
Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£47
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£31
Great Northern frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£124
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Swindon to Cambridge train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Cambridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The train journey from Swindon to Cambridge covers a distance of 149 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Swindon to Cambridge is 149 km.
The first train from Swindon to Cambridge leaves at 4:38.
The last train from Swindon to Cambridge departs at 22:19.
Trains from Swindon to Cambridge run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Cambridge.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Cambridge.
To get from Swindon to Cambridge, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Cambridge.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Cambridge is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Cambridge station (CBG).
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Cambridge is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Swindon to Cambridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The Swindon to Cambridge train offers a mix of scenic and urban views, with picturesque countryside landscapes as the train traverses through areas like the Cotswolds and passing by historic towns, before transitioning into more suburban and cityscapes closer to Cambridge.
A day trip from Swindon to Cambridge is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 28m. However, there are 5 trains per day. The distance is 149 km.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views of the colleges and bridges, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square for local produce and crafts, attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre, or take a guided walking tour to discover the city's rich history. Some of the best sights include King's College Chapel, The Fitzwilliam Museum, The Backs, Trinity College, and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
Two to three days in Cambridge allows you to explore its historic university, enjoy punting on the River Cam, visit the Fitzwilliam Museum, and stroll around the city's beautiful gardens and colleges.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Cambridge.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Cambridge

Swindon
Cambridge
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Cambridge.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)

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