4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to London City Airport
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to London City Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to London City Airport will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cambridge for London City Airport on Sun, Jul 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
9:18 AM2h09Cambridge11:27 AMLondon City Airport$241One-way0 transfers- 9:10 AM2h07Cambridge11:17 AMLondon City Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM1h59Cambridge10:17 AMLondon City Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 7:18 AM2h25Cambridge9:43 AMLondon City Airport$271One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM1h59Cambridge10:17 AMLondon City Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM2h07Cambridge11:17 AMLondon City Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 9:18 AM2h09Cambridge11:27 AMLondon City Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 7:18 AM2h25Cambridge9:43 AMLondon City Airport$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge to London City Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to London City Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m 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 Cambridge to London City Airport:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to London City Airport costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to London City Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€8). The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 14m 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.
Live departures
Cambridge to London City Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London City Airport trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P76259+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | On time 7:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h56 | 9:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
P76259+ P86646+ C37693 | On time 7:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h02 | 10:01 AM Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 2 transfers | |
| P76259+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | On time 8:03 AM Cambridge South | 1h52 | 9:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| P76265+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo+C37068 | On time 8:10 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 2h10 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
 C93337+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | On time 8:14 AM Cambridge South | 1h26 | 9:40 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| P76265+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | On time 8:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h07 | 10:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02718+P88875 | On time 8:21 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h59 | 10:20 AM Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 1 transfer | |
| C02718+P89578+C37720 | On time 8:21 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h57 | 10:18 AM Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 2 transfers | |
| P76265+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | On time 8:22 AM Cambridge South | 2h03 | 10:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C10277+W45707+C37736+P86654 | On time 8:24 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h07 | 10:31 AM Woolwich Dockyard (WWD) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to London City Airport
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Trains from Cambridge to London City Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 7:09 AM |
Last train 9:48 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia from Cambridge to London City Airport trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Cambridge and London City Airport from $10 (€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: Trains from Cambridge to London City Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to London City Airport 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 London City Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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