The cheapest and fastest trains from Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watlington station (WTG) 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 Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Watlington station (WTG) for Cambridge station (CBG) 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 56 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 56 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:05 Watlington station (WTG) | 1h12 | 16:17 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:32 Watlington station (WTG) | 0h44 | 18:16 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:53 Watlington station (WTG) | 0h44 | 23:37 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
![]() | 07:52 Watlington station (WTG) | 0h44 | 08:36 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Trains from Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:52, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 44m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 07:52 |
Last train 22:53 |
Train companies: Great Northern from Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Watlington station (WTG) and Cambridge station (CBG) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Watlington station (WTG) to Cambridge station (CBG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watlington station (WTG) 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 Watlington station (WTG) and Cambridge station (CBG)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- 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 level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Help Point.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage location: Car park area
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
