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It takes an average of 3h 41m to travel from Sheffield to Cambridge by train, over a distance of around 106 miles (170 km). There are normally 118 trains per day travelling from Sheffield to Cambridge and tickets for this journey start from £23.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | Sheffield | |
| Arrival station | Cambridge | |
| Journey time | From 2h 33m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (170 km) | |
| Frequency | 118 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £23.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Sheffield to Cambridge in 2 hours 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Sheffield to Cambridge? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 41 minutes to travel the 106 miles (170 km) from Sheffield to Cambridge by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 118 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to Cambridge. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Sheffield to Cambridge in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cambridge by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Cambridge?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.