The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Waterbeach
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
5 m
Average duration
5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Waterbeach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Waterbeach will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cambridge for Waterbeach on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 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 Waterbeach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Waterbeach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Waterbeach train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Waterbeach trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:23 PM Cambridge | 0h05 | 3:28 PM Waterbeach | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Waterbeach
Trains from Cambridge to Waterbeach run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 5m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Cross Country from Cambridge to Waterbeach trainsGreat Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and Waterbeach from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
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Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to Waterbeach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Waterbeach 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 Waterbeach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge to Waterbeach
- 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.
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