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Trains from Oxford to Cambridge (CBG)

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36

train journeys
per day

67

miles (108 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Oxford to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Cambridge is approximately 67 miles (108 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 9 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Cambridge.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Oxford to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:29
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:02
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:03
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Oxford
    Cambridge
    Oxford to Cambridge

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Oxford and Cambridge

The travel time between Oxford and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

First class tickets on trains between Oxford and Cambridge typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Oxford and Cambridge can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Oxford & Cambridge. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Cambridge.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Oxford and Cambridge, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.