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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Audley End | Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire) | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Audley End | Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Audley End | Cambridge Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Audley End | Cambridge Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Audley End | Cambridge Central Train Station | No tags |
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Get from Saffron Walden to Cambridge
The journey takes about 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saffron Walden to Cambridge by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
The cheapest train tickets from Saffron Walden to Cambridge start from R 169. The average price for this train route is around R 170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
The average train journey time from Saffron Walden to Cambridge is 9m, covering a distance of 22 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the Saffron Walden to Cambridge route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 24 trains available per day, including services from Greater Anglia, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
The earliest train from Saffron Walden to Cambridge departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 17:00.
Which is the best train operator from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Saffron Walden to Cambridge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Greater Anglia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Saffron Walden to Cambridge was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 160To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Saffron Walden to Cambridge as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 160 to R 250 for a train ticket from Saffron Walden to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 160, which is on 2025-12-18.
