Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Cambridge to Overton

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

CrossCountry
Great Northern

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Cambridge to Overton

Trains to Overton from Cambridge

First train

04:59

Last train

20:42

Departure stationCambridge
Arrival stationOverton
Journey time

From 2h 47m

Distance

88 miles (142 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink

What are the train times from Cambridge to Overton?

Check out the next trains departing from Cambridge to Overton for Tuesday 6th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:5114:462h 55m, 3 changes
12:5115:462h 55m, 3 changes
13:5116:462h 55m, 3 changes
14:2117:162h 55m, 3 changes
14:5117:462h 55m, 3 changes
15:2118:162h 55m, 3 changes
15:5118:462h 55m, 3 changes
16:2119:162h 55m, 3 changes
16:5119:462h 55m, 3 changes
17:2120:152h 54m, 3 changes

Plan your journey from Cambridge to Overton

Considering a trip to Overton and need more information on how to take the train from Cambridge to Overton? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from Cambridge to Overton takes around 3 hours 14 minutes. Every day, there are around 15 trains running on this popular route.

There will be 2 changes on your journey from Cambridge to Overton, as there are no direct trains.

Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway and Southeastern.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Cambridge to Overton?

Want to know more about your journey from Cambridge to Overton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I get from Cambridge to Overton?

You can travel from Cambridge to Overton by train in about 3 hours and 14 minutes. With around 15 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Overton?

On average, the train journey from Cambridge to Overton takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes, with 15 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Cambridge to Overton?

The fastest trains from Cambridge to Overton can cover the distance of 88 miles (142 km) in as little as 2 hours and 47 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cambridge to Overton?

No, you can’t travel from Cambridge to Overton on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Overton?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Cambridge to Overton is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link