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Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
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The cheapest and fastest busesfrom Cambridge to London Heathrow AirportShowing times and prices for Jul 10
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
4h 0m
Average duration
4h 13m
Buses per day
2
Distance
45 km
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Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport train with Greater Anglia
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Compare bus and train for Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $60 (€49).
The fastest way to travel from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and London Heathrow Airport including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $43 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.26 (€-14.19). The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 30m 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 Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P76259+ C37049 | 7:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h08 | 10:07 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76259+C37385 | 7:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 10:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
P76259+C37049+ W10614 | 7:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h17 | 10:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| P76259+C37049 | 8:03 AM Cambridge South | 2h04 | 10:07 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
 C93337+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37385 | 8:10 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h20 | 10:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76265+C37068 | 8:10 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 2h27 | 10:37 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
 G00800+P67518+C36875 | 8:14 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h38 | 10:52 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C93337+W10614+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 8:14 AM Cambridge South | 2h02 | 10:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93337+W10614+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 8:14 AM Cambridge South | 1h56 | 10:10 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76265+C37287 | 8:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 11:06 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76265+C37068 | 8:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h19 | 10:37 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76265+C37068+W10620 | 8:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h28 | 10:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
 C02718+C37058+W10617 | 8:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 10:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93343+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10620 | 8:46 AM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 10:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| W45730+C36875 | 8:55 AM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 10:52 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76271+C37301 | 8:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76271+C36887 | 8:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h08 | 11:07 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76271+C36887 | 9:03 AM Cambridge South | 2h04 | 11:07 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| C93348+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10626 | 9:16 AM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 11:10 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C93348+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10626 | 9:16 AM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 11:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| P76277+C37313 | 9:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 12:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76277+C36911 | 9:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h19 | 11:37 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02730+C36897 | 9:25 AM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 11:22 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02730+C37301 | 9:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| C02730+C38251+W10629 | 9:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 11:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C02730+C36897+W10629 | 9:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 11:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C10271+W45649+C37301 | 9:28 AM Cambridge South | 2h02 | 11:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C10271+W45649+C37301 | 9:28 AM Cambridge South | 2h08 | 11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93353+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10632 | 9:46 AM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 11:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C93353+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10632 | 9:46 AM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 11:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| W45719+C36919 | 9:55 AM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 11:52 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45719+C37313 | 9:55 AM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 12:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45719+C38293+W10635 | 9:55 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 12:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| P76283+C37326 | 9:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 12:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| C93358+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10638 | 10:14 AM Cambridge South | 2h02 | 12:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93358+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10638 | 10:14 AM Cambridge South | 1h56 | 12:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76289+C37337 | 10:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 1:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76289+C36961 | 10:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h34 | 12:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45729+C36942 | 10:25 AM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 12:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45729+C37326 | 10:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 12:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45729+C38331+W10641 | 10:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 12:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C10283+W45671+C36949 | 10:28 AM Cambridge South | 2h09 | 12:37 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C93363+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10644 | 10:46 AM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 12:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C93363+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10644 | 10:46 AM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 12:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C02721+C36961 | 10:55 AM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 12:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02721+C38374+W10647 | 10:55 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 1:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C02721+C37337 | 10:55 AM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 1:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76295+C36983 | 10:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h23 | 1:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76295+C37349 | 10:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 1:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| C93368+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10650 | 11:16 AM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 1:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93368+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10650 | 11:16 AM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 1:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76301+C37359 | 11:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 2:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76301+C37005 | 11:18 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h35 | 1:53 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45736+C37349 | 11:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 1:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45736+C36983 | 11:25 AM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 1:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45736+C38415+W10653 | 11:25 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 1:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C10285+W45666+C36992 | 11:28 AM Cambridge South | 2h09 | 1:37 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C93373+W10656+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 11:46 AM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 1:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93373+W10656+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 11:46 AM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 1:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| W45721+C38456+W10659 | 11:55 AM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 2:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| W45721+C37005 | 11:55 AM Cambridge South | 1h58 | 1:53 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45721+C37359 | 11:55 AM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 2:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76307+C37369 | 11:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 2:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76307+C37025 | 11:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h23 | 2:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| C93378+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10662 | 12:16 PM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 2:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C93378+W10662+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:16 PM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 2:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76312 · L55739+C37378 | 12:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h42 | 3:00 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76312+C37044 | 12:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h34 | 2:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76312+C37378 | 12:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 3:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45735+C37025 | 12:25 PM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 2:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45735+C37369 | 12:25 PM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 2:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45735+C37025+W10665 | 12:25 PM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 2:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C10275+W45712+C37034 | 12:28 PM Cambridge South | 2h09 | 2:37 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G77001+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10668 | 12:46 PM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 2:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| P76330+C36904 | 1:59 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h23 | 4:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76330+C37303 | 1:59 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 4:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| G77016+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10686 | 2:16 PM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 4:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G77016+W10686+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 2:16 PM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 4:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| P76336+C37316 | 2:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 5:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76336 · L55763+C37316 | 2:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h42 | 5:00 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| P76336+C36926 | 2:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h34 | 4:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45710+C37303 | 2:25 PM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 4:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45710+C36904 | 2:25 PM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 4:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45710+C36904+W10689 | 2:25 PM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 4:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C10257+W45654+C36914 | 2:28 PM Cambridge South | 2h09 | 4:37 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G77021+W10692+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 2:46 PM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 4:40 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G77021+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W10692 | 2:46 PM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 4:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| W45723+C36926 | 2:55 PM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 4:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45723+C36926+W10695 | 2:55 PM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 5:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| W45723+C37316 | 2:55 PM Cambridge South | 2h11 | 5:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| W45723+C36926 | 2:55 PM Cambridge South | 2h03 | 4:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 transfer | |
| P76342+C37327 | 2:59 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h37 | 5:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76342+C36946 | 2:59 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h23 | 5:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76342+C36946 | 2:59 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h29 | 5:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 transfer | |
| G27009+W10698+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 3:16 PM Cambridge South | 1h54 | 5:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G27009+W10698+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 3:16 PM Cambridge South | 2h00 | 5:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| P76348+C36966 | 3:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h34 | 5:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| P76348+C37339 | 3:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 6:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
| P76348+C36966 | 3:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h40 | 5:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 transfer | |
| W45728+C36946 | 3:25 PM Cambridge South | 1h57 | 5:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1 transfer | |
| W45728+C36946 | 3:25 PM Cambridge South | 2h03 | 5:28 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 transfer | |
| W45728+C36946+W10701 | 3:25 PM Cambridge South | 2h06 | 5:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C10256+W45658+C36956 | 3:28 PM Cambridge South | 2h09 | 5:37 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C10256+W45658+C36956 | 3:28 PM Cambridge South | 2h13 | 5:41 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 2 transfers | |
| C02717+C36966 | 3:55 PM Cambridge South | 2h03 | 5:58 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 7:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge and London Heathrow Airport from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€28)
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
$60 (€49)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
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Roast meat with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding, a cherished British weekend meal.
Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
An established Heathrow choice for seafood, champagne, and refined light meals in an upscale airport atmosphere.
The Perfectionists' Cafe
A well-known Heathrow dining spot by Heston Blumenthal, serving British classics in a polished but accessible airport setting.
Gordon Ramsay Plane Food
A popular Terminal 5 restaurant offering modern British and European dishes, designed for relaxed pre-flight dining.
Pound Sterling
Heathrow is costly for food and drinks. Airport dining and coffee are priced above the UK average, though chain outlets offer cheaper options.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- GBP 8-15 for fast food or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- GBP 18-30 per person at casual restaurants.
- Fine dining
- GBP 45+ per person at upscale airport venues.
- Coffee
- GBP 3.50-5 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included at sit-down restaurants. If not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. No tip is expected for counter service; round up taxis if helpful.
TfL Go
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Prices
- Single ticket
- GBP 2.80
- Day pass
- GBP 8.50
To the city center
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 -> Paddington Station
- Distance
- 25 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Use Contactless or Oyster for the lowest TfL fares; buses in London do not accept cash.
- On buses and trams, you can pay by Contactless card or mobile wallet, and Hopper fare allows unlimited bus and tram transfers within 1 hour.
FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $27 (€22), while the average price is around $60 (€49).
The train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport takes 1h 57m and runs 24 per day.
The distance by train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport is 55 miles (90 km).
The first train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 5:18 AM.
The last train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 7:57 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€6).
The train journey from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport is not particularly known for scenic views, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with limited exposure to notable landscapes or countryside scenery.
A day trip from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 57m and covers 55 miles (90 km). However, there are 26 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport.
Since neither Cambridge nor London Heathrow Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Heathrow Airport include London, Oxford, Bath, Reading, Swindon.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport
Most Cambridge to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Cambridge to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cambridge
Arrival train stations in London
CambridgeCambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
BusU1, U2 · 11m · every ~11 min
Tour · 13m · $2
75 · 15m
A · 15m · $2 · every ~11 min
Cambridge train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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 NorthCambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0WZ+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLondon Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, Stansted Airport - Norwich, Cambridge - Norwich, London Liverpool Street - Ely, Stansted Airport - Lowestoft, Cambridge - Cambridge North, Bishops Stortford - Cambridge North, Audley End - Cambridge North, Audley End - Norwich · 3m · $2 · every ~6 min
BusB · 12m · $2 · every ~8 min
114 · 18m
2, B · 23m · $2 · every ~19 min
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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