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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Royston
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Royston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Royston will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cambridge for Royston on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge to Royston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Royston 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 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Royston train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Royston trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:56 AM Cambridge | 0h20 | 5:16 AM Royston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:23 PM Cambridge | 0h14 | 12:37 PM Royston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:53 PM Cambridge | 0h14 | 2:07 PM Royston | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Northern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Royston.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Royston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge to Royston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Cambridge to Royston trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Cambridge and Royston 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 Royston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Royston 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 Royston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge to Royston
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- 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
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Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- 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.
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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