The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Saint Neots
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Saint Neots is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Saint Neots will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cambridge for Saint Neots on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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 bus and train for Cambridge to Saint Neots
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Saint Neots among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€28 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Saint Neots train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Saint Neots trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:26 AM Cambridge | 1h16 | 5:42 AM Saint Neots | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:53 AM Cambridge | 1h19 | 10:12 AM Saint Neots | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:53 AM Cambridge | 1h19 | 11:12 AM Saint Neots | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Saint Neots by bus or train
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Why should you book Cambridge to Saint Neots trains with Omio?
Great Northern as well as Thameslink and East Midlands Trains offer trains services from Cambridge to Saint Neots. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cambridge to Saint Neots.
Why book with Omio vs Great Northern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Northern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink and East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Saint Neots.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Northern tickets can be bought on Great Northern's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink and East Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Cambridge to Saint Neots.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cambridge to Saint Neots.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Saint Neots
Trains from Cambridge to Saint Neots run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from Cambridge to Saint Neots trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Cambridge and Saint Neots from $31 (€25). 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 Saint Neots
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Saint Neots 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 Saint Neots, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge to Saint Neots
- 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
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:10 Saturday 07:30 - 13:55 Sunday 08:10 - 14:35
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office. 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: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting shelters are available on all platforms
- Storage location: Front left hand / right hand side
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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