The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for Sheffield station (SHF) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
10:013h28Cambridge station (CBG)13:29Sheffield station (SHF)£161One-way0 changes
12:013h21Cambridge station (CBG)15:22Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way0 changes
10:183h24Cambridge station (CBG)13:42Sheffield station (SHF)£221One-way0 changes
11:263h19Cambridge station (CBG)14:45Sheffield station (SHF)£291One-way0 changes
10:262h43Cambridge station (CBG)13:09Sheffield station (SHF)£371One-way0 changes
10:262h43Cambridge station (CBG)13:09Sheffield station (SHF)£371One-way0 changes
11:013h08Cambridge station (CBG)14:09Sheffield station (SHF)£591One-way0 changes
11:263h19Cambridge station (CBG)14:45Sheffield station (SHF)£291One-way0 changes
12:013h21Cambridge station (CBG)15:22Sheffield station (SHF)£181One-way0 changes
10:183h24Cambridge station (CBG)13:42Sheffield station (SHF)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 170 km
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for today, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04454+ P01764 | Delayed 7:48 8:26Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h11 | 11:37 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
C04457+ G80174+ W84679+ P66811 | Delayed 8:48 9:22Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h47 | 12:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3 changes | |
C04457+ P66811 | Delayed 8:48 9:22Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h17 | 12:39 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
C02060+ W84726+ G00980 | Delayed 17:35 17:00Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h09 | 20:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
C02060+ P01166+ C04396+ W84726 | Delayed 17:35 17:21Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h48 | 20:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3 changes | |
C04396+ P01166 | Delayed 16:51 17:21Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h08 | 20:29 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G80186+ W84733+ G00983 | Delayed 18:35 18:00Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h09 | 21:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2 changes | |
P01167+ C04477 | On time 18:22 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h08 | 21:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1 change | |
G80186+ W84733+ C04477+ P01167 | Delayed 18:35 18:22Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h47 | 21:09 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 21:00 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Cross Country, Great Northern from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Cross Country, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and Sheffield station (SHF) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and Sheffield station (SHF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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