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Cambridge to Forest Gate train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cambridge to Forest Gate? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as JPY 1,543, with average prices for this route around JPY 1,543. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
10:53 1h 37m, No direct Cambridge	12:30 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:03 1h 35m, No direct Cambridge	12:38 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:03 1h 42m, No direct Cambridge	12:45 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:20 1h 48m, No direct Cambridge	13:08 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:20 1h 55m, No direct Cambridge	13:15 Forest Gate	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
11:23 1h 37m, No direct Cambridge	13:00 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

Cambridge to Forest Gate train route details

First train

04:48

Last train

23:53

Departure station

Cambridge

Arrival station

Forest Gate

Journey time

1h 22m

Distance

46 miles

Price

JPY 1,543*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Forest Gate

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cambridge to Forest Gate can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cambridge to Forest Gate for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cambridge to Forest Gate, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cambridge to Forest Gate ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cambridge to Forest Gate train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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