Trains from Southampton to Cambridge from $18.42*

Trains from Southampton to Cambridge from $18.42*

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Southampton to Cambridge Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southampton to Cambridge? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $18.42, with average prices for this route around $91.05. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:03
Southampton Airport Parkway
09:08
Cambridge
4h 5m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreater Anglia
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
08:30
Cambridge
3h 7m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western RailwayGreat Northern
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
08:41
Cambridge
3h 18m, Changes requiredCrossCountryElizabeth lineThameslink
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
09:38
Cambridge
4h 15m, Changes requiredCrossCountrySouth Western RailwayGreater Anglia
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05:41
Southampton Airport Parkway
09:02
Cambridge
3h 21m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Western RailwayGreat Northern
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05:59
Southampton Central
10:02
Paris
4h 3m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwayGreat Northern
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Southampton to Cambridge Train Route Details

The Southampton to Cambridge train ticket is from $18.42. The average travel time is 3h 6m, covering a distance of approximately 112 miles. There are usually 77 daily trains provided by Elizabeth line,CrossCountry,Great Northern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:03
Last train
Last train
18:23
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 6m
Distance
Distance
112 miles
Price
Price
$18.42*

Southampton to Cambridge Train Travel Guide

Southampton to Cambridge Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Cambridge

Trains traveling between Southampton and Cambridge usually start their journey from Southampton Airport Parkway and reach Cambridge. The duration of this trip is approximately 3h 6m.

Book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Cambridge

Finding cheap train tickets from Southampton to Cambridge doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton to Cambridge. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Southampton to Cambridge ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.