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Compare train and coach for Great Shelford to Great Chesterford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 10 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£11 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford is a coach with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford costing on average £11.
The fastest way to travel from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford is by train with an average journey time of 8m.
Other travel options to Great Chesterford take longer:
Coach takes on average 30m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Great Shelford and Great Chesterford including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (8m by train vs 12m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £2 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.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
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
Great Shelford to Great Chesterford train times
The table below shows live departures for Great Shelford to Great Chesterford trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:54 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 8:02 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 8:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:55 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 9:03 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 9:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 10:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 11:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 12:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 13:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 14:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 15:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:42 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 15:50 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:00 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 16:08 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:25 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 16:33 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:42 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 16:50 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:24 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 17:32 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:52 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 18:00 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:24 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 18:32 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:52 Shelford (cambs) | 0h08 | 19:00 Great Chesterford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Greater Anglia operates all trains services from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 7m.
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 10 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 6:35 |
Last train 23:27 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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: Greater Anglia from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Great Shelford and Great Chesterford from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Greater Anglia Duration
7m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£11
Greater Anglia frequency
25 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
What's included in each class
Compare Greater Anglia classes and the amenities included in each one.
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
FAQs: Great Shelford to Great Chesterford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford 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 Great Chesterford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford covers a distance of 10 km and takes approximately 7m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford is 10 km.
The first train from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford leaves at 6:35.
The last train from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford departs at 23:27.
Trains from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Great Shelford and Great Chesterford. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Greater Anglia.
To get from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford.
The train station in Great Shelford that goes to Great Chesterford is Shelford (SED), and it arrives at Great Chesterford station (GRC).
The cheapest way to get from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford offers pleasant countryside views, with picturesque landscapes and charming rural scenes typical of the Cambridgeshire and Essex border.
Yes, a day trip from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford is feasible, with a journey time of 7m and a distance of 10 km. There are 1 trains per day.
Great Chesterford can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to visit local landmarks and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Great Shelford and Great Chesterford
Most Great Shelford to Great Chesterford trains use the Shelford to Great Chesterford station pair. Use this guide to compare Great Shelford and Great Chesterford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Great Shelford
Arrival train stations in Great Chesterford
Which Great Shelford station do trains to Great Chesterford leave from?
Trains from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford leave from Shelford. The station is from Great Shelford city centre at Shelford station, Station Road, Shelford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 5LR.
ShelfordShelford station, Station Road, Shelford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 5LR
City-centre transport
Getting to Shelford from Great Shelford city centre
Bus17 · 9m
Shelford train station facilities and services
Shelford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shelford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shelford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shelford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shelford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shelford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shelford: 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.
Which Great Chesterford station do trains from Great Shelford arrive at?
Trains from Great Shelford to Great Chesterford arrive at Great Chesterford. Great Chesterford is from Great Chesterford city centre.
Great ChesterfordGreat Chesterford station, Station Road, Great Chesterford, Essex, CB10 1NY
City-centre transport
Getting to Great Chesterford from Great Chesterford city centre
Onward travel informationLocal Buses
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and London Road
Great Chesterford train station facilities and services
Great Chesterford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Great Chesterford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Great Chesterford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Great Chesterford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Great Chesterford: Staff help available: 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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