- Must visit
Woolsthorpe Manor
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Grantham will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cambridge for Grantham on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around €33 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Grantham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Cambridge | 1h54 | 8:54 AM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Cambridge to Grantham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Grantham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grantham trip today.
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Historic house and formal gardens just outside Grantham, featuring exhibitions, collections, and a major country-house experience.
Country house with a respected art collection and curated interiors, popular for visitors exploring the wider Grantham area.
Main civic and commercial heart of Grantham, good for historic architecture, shopping, and getting a feel for the town centre.
Attractive riverside green space with paths, play areas, and views, ideal for a break close to the town centre.
Open parkland beside Belton House, excellent for walking, seasonal colour, and classic English landscape scenery.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarse pork sausages seasoned with sage. They are a county classic often served with mash and gravy in local pubs.
Haslet is a traditional Lincolnshire pork loaf seasoned with sage and baked. It is a long-standing regional favourite sold by butchers and delis.
Plum bread is a lightly sweet fruited loaf from Lincolnshire, usually sliced and served with butter. It is a beloved regional tea-time treat.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and warm service in a modern casual dining room.
Well-known steakhouse and grill offering burgers, ribs, and mixed grills in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established pub and restaurant serving cask ale, roasts, and British comfort food in a traditional coaching inn setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local buses are reasonable, and chains or pubs offer better value than major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cambridge to Grantham trains use the Cambridge to Grantham station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Grantham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Grantham has practical services for this route, including 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 Grantham.
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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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