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Outbound fromCambridge to Newbury by train
It takes an average of 3h 11m to travel from Cambridge to Newbury by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (134 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Newbury and tickets for this journey start from £48.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:03 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Newbury | |
| Journey time | From 2h 33m | |
| Distance | 83 miles (134 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £48.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Cambridge to Newbury in 2 hours 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge to Newbury? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 11 minutes to travel the 83 miles (134 km) from Cambridge to Newbury by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 36 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to Newbury. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cambridge to Newbury in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £48.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Newbury by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Newbury
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cambridge to Newbury is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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