- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
6
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Cambridge will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Cambridge without transferring at least once.
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P66833Trains from Sheffield to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Cambridge trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G00710+ C02014+ G00824 | Delayed 2:34 PM 3:29 PMSheffield station (SHF) | 2h43 | 6:12 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
C04365+ P76873 | On time 3:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h10 | 6:50 PM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 transfer | |
W70816+ G00826 | 4:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h04 | 7:04 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
C04368+ P01180 | On time 4:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h59 | 7:39 PM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 transfer | |
G89703+ C02054+ C82679 | On time 4:57 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h11 | 8:08 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
C04372+ P01183 | On time 5:45 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h54 | 8:39 PM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 transfer | |
W70825+ G00833 | On time 6:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h04 | 9:04 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
G00718+ G08024+ G00833 | On time 6:30 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h34 | 9:04 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
W70829+ G00837 | On time 7:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h03 | 10:03 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
W84719+ G08030+ G00837 | On time 7:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h52 | 10:03 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
C21581+ G77108 | On time 7:40 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h55 | 10:35 PM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 transfer | |
G89180+ C02092+ C10179 | On time 7:57 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h08 | 11:05 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
W70834+ G00839 | On time 8:00 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h13 | 11:13 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
W84725+ C01922+ G00839 | On time 8:11 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h02 | 11:13 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
G00841+ C21667 | 7:59 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h04 | 11:03 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
L01624+ G00841+ W84653+ C93372 | 8:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h20 | 11:31 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 3 transfers | |
G07964+ G00841+ W84653 | 8:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h52 | 11:03 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 transfers | |
C04344+ W04503+ G89402+ P66833 | 8:38 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h01 | 11:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 3 transfers | |
C04344+ P66833 | 8:40 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h59 | 11:39 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 transfer | |
C04344+ P66833 | 8:40 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h05 | 11:45 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
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Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Compact museum of polar exploration with artifacts, sledges and expedition stories. Excellent for understanding Arctic and Antarctic history.
Acclaimed anthropology museum displaying world cultures through remarkable objects and thoughtful interpretation. Rich, memorable and family friendly.
The city's most famous riverside walking area, lined with college gardens and views. Classic place for strolling, punting and photography.
Historic central square with market stalls, buskers and everyday city life. A practical and lively base for sightseeing and shopping.
Leafy riverside common ideal for walking, picnics and broad views of the college skyline. Popular with locals and visitors year-round.
A creamy dessert of whipped cream, meringue and raspberry coulis, created at Cambridge’s Trinity College and named after the River Cam.
The Cambridge version of crème brûlée, linked to Trinity College. It has a rich custard base with a hard caramelised sugar top.
Tender local asparagus from the Cambridgeshire fens, prized in spring for its sweetness and freshness, often served simply with butter or eggs.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined British tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart, intimate atmosphere.
Well-known Cambridge pub and dining room offering classic British dishes, cask ales and a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost more in peak season, but dining and local buses are manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Cambridge Railway Station -> Cambridge City Centre
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.

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.
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 options are available at Sheffield.
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
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.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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