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The cheapest and fastest trains from Windsor to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$66

Average price

$67

Fastest journey

2 h 37 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Trains per day

Distance

94 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Windsor to Cambridge will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Windsor for Cambridge on Thu, Jul 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.

09:23AM2h37

Windsor

12:00PMCambridge

$661One-way

0 transfers

08:53AM2h37

Windsor

11:30AMCambridge

$671One-way

0 transfers

05:51AM2h39

Windsor

08:30AMCambridge

$671One-way

0 transfers

05:53AM2h37

Windsor

08:30AMCambridge

$671One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Windsor to Cambridge

United Kingdom

Trains from Windsor to Cambridge run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€17)

Distance

57 miles (93 km)

Average train duration

1h 56m

Cheapest ticket price

$67 (€54)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 37m

First train

04:07

Last train

23:53

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€17)

Train providers: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern and South Western Railway from Windsor to Cambridge trains

You can travel by train to Cambridge from Windsor with Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern and South Western Railway for as low as $62 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

Abellio Greater Anglia from Windsor to Cambridge train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $62

Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Windsor to Cambridge train information with Great Northern:

Average Duration: 2 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $65

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Train information from Windsor to Cambridge with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 2 h 34 min
Cheapest Price: $62

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Windsor to Cambridge train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $65

FAQs: Trains from Windsor to Cambridge

FAQs: Travel by train from Windsor to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Windsor to Cambridge.

Cheap train tickets from Windsor to Cambridge can start from as little as $65 (€52) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Windsor to Cambridge is $66 (€53); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Windsor to Cambridge is on average 2 h 10 min for the 58 mile (93 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cambridge from Windsor by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Windsor to Cambridge leaves at 4: 17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Windsor to Cambridge leaves at 11: 53 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Windsor to Cambridge which require at least one change with Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, South Western Railway or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Windsor to Cambridge train with Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, South Western Railway or Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Cambridge from Windsor as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 53 PM.

A trip to Cambridge from Windsor is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Windsor to Cambridge is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Windsor to Cambridge including taking a bus or train.