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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Great Shelford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
6 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Great Shelford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Great Shelford will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Cambridge for Great Shelford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
05:310h04
Cambridge05:35Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
05:500h05
Cambridge05:55Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
06:200h05
Cambridge06:25Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
06:500h05
Cambridge06:55Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
07:200h05
Cambridge07:25Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
05:310h04
Cambridge05:35Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
05:500h05
Cambridge05:55Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
06:200h05
Cambridge06:25Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
06:500h05
Cambridge06:55Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
07:200h05
Cambridge07:25Shelford (cambs)
£101One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Great Shelford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Great Shelford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 6 km
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£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Cambridge to Great Shelford train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 13:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:31 Cambridge | 0h04 | 05:35 Shelford (cambs) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:50 Cambridge | 0h05 | 05:55 Shelford (cambs) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:15 Cambridge | 0h15 | 06:30 Shelford (cambs) | 1 change | |
| 06:20 Cambridge | 0h05 | 06:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:45 Cambridge | 0h32 | 07:17 Shelford (cambs) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Great Shelford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge to Great Shelford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 6 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:44 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Cross Country from Cambridge to Great Shelford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and Great Shelford from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5m
Cheapest Price
£5
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£39
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Cambridge to Great Shelford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cambridge to Great Shelford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to Great Shelford.
A visit to Great Shelford could be comfortably enjoyed in one to two days, allowing time to explore local attractions and the surrounding countryside.
Booking trains from Cambridge to Great Shelford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cambridge and Great Shelford. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia.
The train distance from Cambridge to Great Shelford is 6 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Cambridge to Great Shelford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Cambridge to Great Shelford covers a distance of 6 km and takes approximately 5m. Trains run 4 per day.
To get from Cambridge to Great Shelford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Cambridge to Great Shelford leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Cambridge to Great Shelford departs at 23:44.
The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Great Shelford is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Trains from Cambridge to Great Shelford run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Cambridge to Great Shelford.
The train station in Cambridge that goes to Great Shelford is Cambridge station (CBG), and it arrives at Shelford (SED).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cambridge to Great Shelford.
Yes, you can take the train from Cambridge to Great Shelford.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Great Shelford
Cambridge
Great Shelford
The major train station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your trip from Cambridge to Great Shelford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
The major train station for arrivals in Great Shelford is Shelford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shelford for your journey to Great Shelford from Cambridge.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 10:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: By entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Shelford
- Onward travel information: local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopoutside station entranceby level crossing
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