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Compare train and coach for Walsall to Cambridge
The cheapest option from Walsall to Cambridge is coach, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Walsall to Cambridge among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 149 km
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£75 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Walsall to Cambridge trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Walsall to Cambridge.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Walsall to Cambridge.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Walsall to Cambridge
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Walsall to Cambridge, including direct trains, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Lowest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 19:11 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Walsall to Cambridge trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Walsall and Cambridge from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Walsall to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walsall 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 Walsall and Cambridge
Most Walsall to Cambridge trains use the Walsall to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Walsall and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Walsall station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Walsall from Walsall city centre
Walsall train station facilities and services
Walsall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Walsall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Walsall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Walsall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Walsall: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Walsall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are locate in the Booking Hall and on platform one, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bescot Stadium from Walsall city centre
Bescot Stadium is 2 km from Walsall city centre. Public transport options include:
Bescot Stadium train station facilities and services
Bescot Stadium has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bescot Stadium. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bescot Stadium: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bescot Stadium: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bescot Stadium: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Walsall 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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