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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Cambridge
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $48
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $72
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 51 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Cambridge will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $48.
To travel from Sheffield to Cambridge you need to make at least one change.
C04342+
P668217:40 AM 2h59 Sheffield station (SHF) 10:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) $48 1 One-way 1 change
P24424+
G07949 · G08041+P011586:27 AM 3h12 Sheffield station (SHF) 9:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) $48 1 One-way 4 changes
G00841+C216677:59 AM 3h04 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:03 AM Cambridge station (CBG) $54 1 One-way 1 change- C04344+P66833
8:40 AM 2h59 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) $54 1 One-way 1 change - G00806+C21663
9:00 AM 3h02 Sheffield station (SHF) 12:02 PM Cambridge station (CBG) $54 1 One-way 1 change
- G00738+G07971+G00806
9:32 AM 2h30 Sheffield station (SHF) 12:02 PM Cambridge station (CBG) $73 1 One-way 2 changes 
W84653+L01624+G008418:11 AM 2h52 Sheffield station (SHF) 11:03 AM Cambridge station (CBG) $102 1 One-way 2 changes- W84648+C02170+
C101777:10 AM 2h55 Sheffield station (SHF) 10:05 AM Cambridge station (CBG) $102 1 One-way 2 changes - W84648+G07955+G00805
7:10 AM 2h59 Sheffield station (SHF) 10:09 AM Cambridge station (CBG) $102 1 One-way 2 changes - C04342+P66821
7:40 AM 2h59 Sheffield station (SHF) 10:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) $48 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Cambridge
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Trains from Sheffield to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 but you can travel from only $18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Sheffield to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Cambridge trains for tomorrow, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P24424+G07949 · G08041+C04340 | 6:27 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h12 | 9:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 4 changes | |
| C31879+G07955+G00805 | 6:35 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h34 | 10:09 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| C21670+G00805 | 7:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h09 | 10:09 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| W84648+G07955+G00805 | 7:10 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h59 | 10:09 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| W84648+C02170+C10177 | 7:10 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h55 | 10:05 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| C04342+P66821 | 7:40 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h59 | 10:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| C21667+G00841 | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h04 | 11:03 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| W84653+L01624+G00841 | 8:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h52 | 11:03 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| C04344+P66833 | 8:40 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h59 | 11:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
| C21663+G00806 | 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h02 | 12:02 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00738+G07971+G00806 | 9:32 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h30 | 12:02 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| C04347+P66838 | 9:39 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h00 | 12:39 PM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield and Cambridge
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FAQs: Sheffield to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Cambridge
Most Sheffield to Cambridge trains use the Sheffield to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Sheffield
Most popular trains to and from Cambridge and Sheffield
Most popular train connections to Cambridge
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