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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$127
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 20
21
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bicester to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Bicester to Cambridge without transferring at least 3 times.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bicester to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bicester to Cambridge:
A bus is $87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bicester to Cambridge costing on average $109.
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 15m.
Tickets start at around $109 compared to roughly $26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-83.55. The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bicester to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:53 AM Bicester | 3h57 | 12:50 PM Cambridge | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 8:53 AM Bicester | 4h21 | 1:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Bicester | 3h56 | 1:50 PM Cambridge | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 10:52 AM Bicester | 3h22 | 2:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:57 AM Bicester | 3h17 | 3:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:52 PM Bicester | 3h22 | 4:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:27 PM Bicester | 3h23 | 4:50 PM Cambridge | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Bicester | 3h17 | 5:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:52 PM Bicester | 3h22 | 6:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Bicester | 3h17 | 7:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 4:52 PM Bicester | 3h22 | 8:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:54 PM Bicester | 3h20 | 9:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:27 PM Bicester | 3h23 | 9:50 PM Cambridge | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:52 PM Bicester | 3h22 | 10:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:27 PM Bicester | 3h23 | 10:50 PM Cambridge | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 7:27 PM Bicester | 3h47 | 11:14 PM Cambridge | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Bicester to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 but you can travel from only $23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 12:42 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bicester 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.

Most Bicester to Cambridge trains use the Bicester North to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge South. Use this guide to compare Bicester and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bicester North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bicester North.
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester North.
Ticket office support is available at Bicester North. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bicester North: Parking, WC.
Available at Bicester North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Bicester Village has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bicester Village.
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester Village.
Ticket office support is available at Bicester Village.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bicester Village: Parking, WC.
Available at Bicester Village: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester Village: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is step free access to all platforms, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
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