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Cambridge to Watlington Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Cambridge to Watlington. Traveling by train from Cambridge to Watlington usually takes 42 minutes, but the fastest Great Northern train can make the trip in 37 minutes.
| Distance | 34 mi (55 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 37m |
| Lowest price | CA$21.72 |
| Trains per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | Great Northern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Cambridge to Watlington?
Great Northern is the one and only train line which connects Cambridge to Watlington. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern | 12 | 0h 43m | CA$21.72 |
Great Northern is a UK-based rail company that serves commuter towns north of London. The company is owned by Thameslink and offers a contemporary train fleet with complimentary WiFi. The company primarily serves towns such as Potters Bar, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, and Hitchin While standard-class seats can be hard to secure due to high demand at peak hours, first-class compartments offer a quieter, more peaceful journey.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Cambridge to Watlington
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Cambridge to Watlington. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Cambridge at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 24 of these are direct connections to Watlington. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Watlington to Cambridge.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Station Road
There are two stations in Cambridge where you can board the train to Watlington.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Cambridge North Station
Where is the train station in Watlington?
Main arrival station: Watlington Train Station
Watlington has one train station.
All train stations in Watlington:
Watlington Train Station
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