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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£56
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 56 m
Trains on 20 Sept
10
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 £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) you need to make at least one change.
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G273446:514h41Cambridge station (CBG)11:32York station (YRK)£561One-way2 changes- C02168+G66991+G273436:315h01Cambridge station (CBG)11:32York station (YRK)£561One-way2 changes
- C02168+G66991+C104007:513h41Cambridge station (CBG)11:32York station (YRK)£561One-way2 changes
- C02168+G66991+C825247:234h09Cambridge station (CBG)11:32York station (YRK)£561One-way2 changes
- G00963+G8022911:003h03Cambridge station (CBG)14:03York station (YRK)£601One-way1 change
- G00963+G08099 · C0196411:002h26Cambridge station (CBG)13:26York station (YRK)£641One-way2 changes
- G00965+G08107 · C0199712:002h27Cambridge station (CBG)14:27York station (YRK)£641One-way2 changes
- G00963+G8022911:003h03Cambridge station (CBG)14:03York station (YRK)£601One-way1 change
- G00965+G8023512:003h03Cambridge station (CBG)15:03York station (YRK)£601One-way1 change
- C02136+G01063+C103958:513h41Cambridge station (CBG)12:32York station (YRK)£751One-way2 changes
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 an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £45, while a coach costs an average of £46.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK):
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) costing on average £46.
Other travel options to York station (YRK) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 47m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 2h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02168+G66991+G27343 | 6:31 Cambridge station (CBG) | 5h01 | 11:32 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02168+G66991+G27344 | 6:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h41 | 11:32 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02168+G66991+C82524 | 7:23 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h09 | 11:32 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02168+G66991+C10400 | 7:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h41 | 11:32 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
C02136+G01063+ C02561 | 8:23 Cambridge station (CBG) | 4h09 | 12:32 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| C02136+G01063+C10395 | 8:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h41 | 12:32 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| G00963+G80229 | 11:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h03 | 14:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G00963+G08099 · C01964 | 11:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h26 | 13:26 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| G00965+G80235 | 12:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h03 | 15:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G00965+G08107 · C01997 | 12:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h27 | 14:27 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 6:22 |
Last train 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, Cross Country from Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and York station (YRK) from £16. 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)
Most Cambridge station (CBG) to York station (YRK) trains use the Cambridge to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge station (CBG) and York station (YRK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: 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.
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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.
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