- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Cheapest price
€63
Average price
€153
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Cambridge will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
It's difficult to get from Exeter to Cambridge without transferring at least 2 times.
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L79358+
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W45467
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L79358 · L80980+
P76291
L79353+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+
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L79358+
W45493+
G27397+
Tube from London Victoria to Finsbury Park
C47975 · Y41858 · W34555+
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W34553+
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
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C47986 · W34555+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C93366
L79358+
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G27397+
Tube from London Victoria to Finsbury Park
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L79358 · L80980+
P76291Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €171.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€70 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €323 Average price | €66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Cambridge:
A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Cambridge costing on average €70.
A bus is €290 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Cambridge costing on average €323.
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 32m.
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (4h 18m by train vs 4h 36m by car). Tickets start at around €70 compared to roughly €66 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C47975 · Y41858 · W34555+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 6:01 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 5h42 | 11:43 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 4 transfers | |
C47975 · Y41858 · W34555+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 6:01 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 5h38 | 11:39 AM Cambridge South | 4 transfers | |
L79353+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+ G27007 | 6:40 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h29 | 12:09 PM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
C47985 · W34553+ C93356+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 6:40 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 3h59 | 10:39 AM Cambridge South | 3 transfers | |
W34553+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ C93356 | 6:52 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 3h47 | 10:39 AM Cambridge South | 2 transfers | |
C47986 · W34555+ C93366+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 7:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 4h19 | 11:39 AM Cambridge South | 3 transfers | |
C47986+ L79358 · L80980+ P76291 | 7:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 5h24 | 12:44 PM Cambridge South | 4 transfers | |
C47986+ L79358+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+ W45467 | 7:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 6h15 | 1:35 PM Cambridge South | 4 transfers | |
L79358+ G27397+ Tube from London Victoria to Finsbury Park+ W45493 | 7:25 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 5h10 | 12:35 PM Cambridge South | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Exeter to Cambridge run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Compact museum of polar exploration with artifacts, sledges and expedition stories. Excellent for understanding Arctic and Antarctic history.
Acclaimed anthropology museum displaying world cultures through remarkable objects and thoughtful interpretation. Rich, memorable and family friendly.
The city's most famous riverside walking area, lined with college gardens and views. Classic place for strolling, punting and photography.
Historic central square with market stalls, buskers and everyday city life. A practical and lively base for sightseeing and shopping.
Leafy riverside common ideal for walking, picnics and broad views of the college skyline. Popular with locals and visitors year-round.
A creamy dessert of whipped cream, meringue and raspberry coulis, created at Cambridge’s Trinity College and named after the River Cam.
The Cambridge version of crème brûlée, linked to Trinity College. It has a rich custard base with a hard caramelised sugar top.
Tender local asparagus from the Cambridgeshire fens, prized in spring for its sweetness and freshness, often served simply with butter or eggs.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined British tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart, intimate atmosphere.
Well-known Cambridge pub and dining room offering classic British dishes, cask ales and a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost more in peak season, but dining and local buses are manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Cambridge Railway Station -> Cambridge City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Exeter to Cambridge trains use the Exeter St Davids to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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 is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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 North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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