Cheap train tickets to Cambridge
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Cambridge is the northern anchor of the Great Northern route out of London Kings Cross, with Thameslink services extending the line south through central London to Gatwick and beyond. It's one of the busiest university-city routes in the country, carrying students, academics and day-trippers on top of a heavy commuter flow into the capital.
Because Advance fares on this line are sold per-train and can sell out well ahead of graduation weekends, May Week and the start of term, a cancelled plan often leaves a genuine ticket going spare. SaveMyFare lists these as verified resales - so a train tickets Cambridge to London fare, or a train tickets Kings Cross to Cambridge fare for a specific departure, can be picked up for less than booking fresh.
Ways to save on top of a resale ticket
Book Advance fares early
Advance tickets are released up to 12 weeks ahead and are usually the cheapest new-ticket option — the earlier you book, the more choice you get.
Travel Off-Peak
Avoiding the morning and evening rush can cut the price of a walk-up fare significantly, even on the same route and operator.
Use a Railcard
A Railcard knocks up to 1/3 off most fares and pays for itself after a handful of journeys if you travel regularly.
Try split ticketing
Buying two or more tickets that cover different legs of the same journey is sometimes cheaper than one through-ticket for the full route.
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Popular routes to Cambridge
Getting to Cambridge
The station is a noticeable walk or bus ride from the historic centre and colleges - allow extra time either side of a tight connection.
Things to do near Cambridge
King's College Chapel
One of the finest examples of English Gothic architecture and the centrepiece of King's College, famous worldwide for its choir. In the historic city centre, around 20-25 minutes on foot from the station, or a short bus ride.
Fitzwilliam Museum
The University of Cambridge's free art and antiquities museum, with collections spanning ancient Egypt to Impressionist paintings. Around 15-20 minutes walk from the station, or a few minutes by bus.
Punting on the River Cam
Traditional flat-bottomed boat trips along the Backs, past the historic colleges. Punting stations cluster near Magdalene Bridge and Silver Street, both in the city centre.