The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Waterbeach
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Waterbeach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Waterbeach will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 3 trains that leave London for Waterbeach on Fri, Jul 10, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
7:08 PM1h25London8:33 PMWaterbeach$221One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM1h25London10:26 AMWaterbeach$261One-way0 transfers
6:08 PM1h25London7:33 PMWaterbeach$321One-way0 transfers
7:08 PM1h25London8:33 PMWaterbeach$221One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM1h25London10:26 AMWaterbeach$261One-way0 transfers
6:08 PM1h25London7:33 PMWaterbeach$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Waterbeach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Waterbeach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Waterbeach:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Waterbeach costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Waterbeach take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 52m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $23 (€19) 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.
Direct services run with Great Northern, Greater Anglia.
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.
Live departures
London to Waterbeach train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Waterbeach trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:31 AM London | 1h23 | 9:54 AM Waterbeach | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London to Waterbeach by train or bus
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Why should you book London to Waterbeach trains with Omio?
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 Greater Anglia or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London to Waterbeach.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Northern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Waterbeach.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London to Waterbeach.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Waterbeach.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Waterbeach
Trains from London to Waterbeach run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink from London to Waterbeach trainsGreat Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Waterbeach 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 London to Waterbeach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Waterbeach
Most London to Waterbeach trains use the London Kings Cross to Waterbeach station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Waterbeach train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Which Waterbeach station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Waterbeach from Waterbeach city centre
Waterbeach train station facilities and services
Waterbeach has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Waterbeach.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Waterbeach.
Bike and car services
Available at Waterbeach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Waterbeach.
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