The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for York station (YRK) 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 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 213 km
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h32 | 08:29 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:39 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h53 | 09:32 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h30 | 10:30 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h28 | 16:28 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:26 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h43 | 22:09 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK)
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, Thameslink, Cross Country from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, Thameslink, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and York station (YRK) from £19. 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 York station (YRK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and York station (YRK)
- 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 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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