The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Cambridge
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Cambridge will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $109.
To travel from Oxford to Cambridge you need to make at least 2 changes.
P08570+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30291
P08568+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30281
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30286
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30276
P08566+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30271
P08567+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30276
P08570+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30291
P08566+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30271
P08568+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30281
P08569+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
Y30286Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. 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 $47, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 106 km
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$96 Average Price | $68 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Oxford to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23546+ P08432+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y30266 | On time 8:16 am Oxford station (OXF) | 2h44 | 11:00 am Cambridge station (CBG) | 3 changes | |
P08566+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y30271 | On time 9:00 am Oxford station (OXF) | 2h30 | 11:30 am Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
P08567+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y30276 | On time 9:32 am Oxford station (OXF) | 2h28 | 12:00 pm Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
P08568+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y30281 | On time 9:59 am Oxford station (OXF) | 2h31 | 12:30 pm Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
P08569+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y30286 | On time 10:29 am Oxford station (OXF) | 2h31 | 1:00 pm Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
P08570+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y30291 | On time 11:00 am Oxford station (OXF) | 2h30 | 1:30 pm Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Cambridge
Trains from Oxford to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 but you can travel from only $47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Northern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, first_great_western from Oxford to Cambridge trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Northern, Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, first_great_western trains will get you between Oxford and Cambridge from $47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Cambridge
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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