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Outbound fromCambridge to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 59m to travel from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 73 miles (117 km). There are normally 38 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £19.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:53 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 50m | |
| Distance | 73 miles (117 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £19.20 | |
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Take the train from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport in 1 hour 50 minutes
If you want to travel from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport by train to take around 1 hour 59 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 38 trains per day running on this route, which spans 73 miles (117 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Gatwick Airport. You can travel with Thameslink trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport start from £19.20 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Gatwick Airport
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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 Gatwick Airport 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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