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Compare train and bus for Watford to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$62 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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How to get from Watford to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Watford to Cambridge is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W06704+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+
G816157:19 AM1h54Bushey (BSH)9:13 AMCambridge station (CBG)$651One-way2 transfers
Cheapest
W06704+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+
G816157:19 AM1h54Bushey (BSH)9:13 AMCambridge station (CBG)$651One-way2 transfers
Fastest
W05637+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+
G816116:54 AM1h49Watford Junction (WFJ)8:43 AMCambridge station (CBG)$651One-way2 transfers
Other options
W06704+
Tube from London Euston to London Kings Cross+
G816157:15 AM1h58Watford Junction (WFJ)9:13 AMCambridge station (CBG)$651One-way2 transfers
W05897+
Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+
G844517:35 AM2h04Watford Junction (WFJ)9:39 AMCambridge station (CBG)$651One-way2 transfers
W08006+
Tube from London Euston to Finsbury Park+
G844477:04 AM2h05Bushey (BSH)9:09 AMCambridge station (CBG)$651One-way2 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Watford to Cambridge
Travel 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 Watford to Cambridge.

- Around 16 trains per day.
- Around 11 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Watford and Cambridge as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and arrive in Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride.
- Trains mostly depart from Watford Junction (WFJ) and arrive in Cambridge station (CBG).
- Travel with Great Northern, London Overground to go to Cambridge by train.
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