Cambridge to York train with LNER

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to York

Showing times and prices for 25 May

Cheapest price

£79

Average price

£117

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

3 h 7 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

211 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to York will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.

Fast trains

To travel from Cambridge to York you need to make at least 2 changes.

ThameslinkY36879+LNERW03330 · W03385
10:283h04
Cambridge station (CBG)
13:32York station (YRK)
£791One-way
2 changes
Great NorthernY31146+LNERW03321 · W03386
10:553h37
Cambridge station (CBG)
14:32York station (YRK)
£791One-way
2 changes
Great NorthernY31163+LNERW03332+First Hull TrainsL15078+Northern Rail (3)Y03165
11:553h30
Cambridge station (CBG)
15:25York station (YRK)
£861One-way
3 changes
Great NorthernY31109+ThameslinkY29650+LNERP00136
08:553h08
Cambridge station (CBG)
12:03York station (YRK)
£1481One-way
2 changes
Great NorthernY31109+LNERW03319 · P00136
08:553h08
Cambridge station (CBG)
12:03York station (YRK)
£1481One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Cambridge to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Coach

£56

Average Price

£50

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Cheapest

3h 9m

average duration

Fastest

2h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 56m

average duration

8h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Cambridge to York train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday 24 May
Last updated at 00:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_countryC23507+london_north_eastern_railwayY23419
On time
07:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h32
09:32 York station (YRK)
1 change
cross_countryC23509+london_north_eastern_railwayP00132
On time
08:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h30
10:30 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30246+east_midlands_railwayY07554+london_north_eastern_railwayY23198+cross_countryC23207
On time
08:09 Cambridge North (CMB)
3h08
11:17 York station (YRK)
3 changes
great_northernY31138+london_north_eastern_railwayY23396
On time
09:26 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h04
12:30 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30260+greater_angliaY82943+london_north_eastern_railwayY23396
On time
09:39 Cambridge North (CMB)
2h51
12:30 York station (YRK)
2 changes
thameslinkY36878+london_north_eastern_railwayY23207+cross_countryC23171
On time
09:53 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h22
13:15 York station (YRK)
2 changes
cross_countryC23514+london_north_eastern_railwayY23396
On time
10:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h30
12:30 York station (YRK)
1 change
greater_angliaY09226+east_midlands_railwayY07559+london_north_eastern_railwayY23209+cross_countryC23171
On time
10:25 Cambridge North (CMB)
2h50
13:15 York station (YRK)
3 changes
great_northernY31173+london_north_eastern_railwayY23398
On time
11:26 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h04
14:30 York station (YRK)
1 change
cross_countryC23520+london_north_eastern_railwayY23398
On time
12:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h30
14:30 York station (YRK)
1 change
cross_countryC23523+london_north_eastern_railwayY23448
On time
13:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h32
15:32 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30295+east_midlands_railwayY07567+london_north_eastern_railwayP00133
On time
13:05 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h25
16:30 York station (YRK)
2 changes
great_northernY30295+east_midlands_railwayY07567+london_north_eastern_railwayP00133
On time
13:05 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h25
16:30 York station (YRK)
2 changes
cross_countryC23526+london_north_eastern_railwayP00133
On time
14:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h30
16:30 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30310+cross_countryC23529+london_north_eastern_railwayY23459
On time
14:39 Cambridge North (CMB)
2h53
17:32 York station (YRK)
2 changes
thameslinkY36928+london_north_eastern_railwayY23235+cross_countryC03866
On time
14:53 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h22
18:15 York station (YRK)
2 changes
cross_countryC23529+london_north_eastern_railwayY23459
On time
15:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h32
17:32 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30320+greater_angliaY82952+london_north_eastern_railwayY23238+cross_countryC03866
On time
15:39 Cambridge North (CMB)
2h36
18:15 York station (YRK)
3 changes
cross_countryC23532+london_north_eastern_railwayY23465
On time
16:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h28
18:28 York station (YRK)
1 change
greater_angliaY09253+east_midlands_railwayY07497+london_north_eastern_railwayY23376
On time
16:25 Cambridge North (CMB)
3h08
19:33 York station (YRK)
2 changes
great_northernY31272+thameslinkY36116+london_north_eastern_railwayY23376
On time
16:26 Cambridge station (CBG)
3h07
19:33 York station (YRK)
2 changes
great_northernY31272+london_north_eastern_railwayY23249+cross_countryC23194
On time
16:26 Cambridge station (CBG)
4h00
20:26 York station (YRK)
2 changes
cross_countryC23535+london_north_eastern_railwayY23376
On time
17:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h33
19:33 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30344+greater_angliaY82955+london_north_eastern_railwayY23252+cross_countryC23194
On time
17:39 Cambridge North (CMB)
2h47
20:26 York station (YRK)
3 changes
cross_countryC23538+london_north_eastern_railwayY23379
On time
18:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h32
20:32 York station (YRK)
1 change
cross_countryC23541+london_north_eastern_railwayY23385
On time
19:00 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h53
21:53 York station (YRK)
1 change
great_northernY30366+greater_angliaY82958+london_north_eastern_railwayY23385
On time
19:05 Cambridge station (CBG)
2h48
21:53 York station (YRK)
2 changes
great_northernY30371+greater_angliaY82958+london_north_eastern_railwayY23385
On time
19:39 Cambridge North (CMB)
2h14
21:53 York station (YRK)
2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cambridge to York?

The best time to book your train from Cambridge to York is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cambridge to York route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cambridge to York per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cambridge to York.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to York

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Trains from Cambridge to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
211 km
Average train duration
2h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
7
Train providers
5
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
05:57
Last train
18:59
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

Train companies: East Coast, Thameslink and First Hull Trains trains Cambridge to York

For as little as £32 you can travel by train from Cambridge to York with East Coast, Thameslink and First Hull Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Cambridge to York with East Coast:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 13 min
  • Cheapest Price: £32

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