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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Great Shelford
Showing times and prices for 29 Jun
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
39
Distance
73 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Great Shelford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Great Shelford will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Fast trains
Of the 39 trains that leave London for Great Shelford every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
5:121h27London6:39Shelford (cambs)£241One-way0 changes- 5:541h16London7:10Shelford (cambs)£241One-way0 changes
- 6:241h16London7:40Shelford (cambs)£241One-way0 changes
- 6:541h16London8:10Shelford (cambs)£241One-way0 changes
- 7:241h15London8:39Shelford (cambs)£241One-way0 changes
5:541h00London6:54Shelford (cambs)£381One-way1 change- 6:541h00London7:54Shelford (cambs)£381One-way1 change
- 7:541h00London8:54Shelford (cambs)£381One-way1 change
- 9:241h00London10:24Shelford (cambs)£381One-way1 change
- 10:241h00London11:24Shelford (cambs)£381One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Great Shelford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Great Shelford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 73 km
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£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Great Shelford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Great Shelford trains for today, Sunday 28 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:23 London | 1h16 | 10:39 Great Shelford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 29 June | |||||
| 0:06 London | 5h18 | 5:24 Shelford (cambs) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book London to Great Shelford trains with Omio?
Greater Anglia as well as Stansted Express or Great Northern offer trains services from London to Great Shelford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Great Shelford.
Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stansted Express or Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from London to Great Shelford.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Greater Anglia with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Great Shelford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Stansted Express or Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from London to Great Shelford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Great Shelford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Great Shelford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Great Shelford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:44, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 16m.
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 £9
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 1:44 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 £9
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express, Great Northern from London to Great Shelford trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express, Great Northern trains will get you between London and Great Shelford from £9. 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 Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£17
Greater Anglia frequency
14 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
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£38
Great Northern frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
Stansted Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£39
Stansted Express frequency
2 a day
FAQs: London to Great Shelford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Great Shelford 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 Shelford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Great Shelford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from London to Great Shelford covers a distance of 73 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from London to Great Shelford is 73 km.
The first train from London to Great Shelford leaves at 1:44.
The last train from London to Great Shelford departs at 23:56.
Trains from London to Great Shelford run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Great Shelford.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Great Shelford. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Greater Anglia.
To get from London to Great Shelford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Great Shelford.
The train station in London that goes to Great Shelford is London Liverpool Street (LST), and it arrives at Shelford (SED).
The cheapest way to get from London to Great Shelford is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from London to Great Shelford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Great Shelford offers a mix of urban and countryside views, transitioning from the bustling cityscape of London to the picturesque rural scenery of Cambridgeshire, making it a pleasant and moderately scenic route.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London to Great Shelford. The journey takes 1h 16m each way, covering a distance of 73 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
A visit to Great Shelford could be comfortably enjoyed in one to two days, allowing time to explore local attractions and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Great Shelford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Great Shelford
London
Great Shelford
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Great Shelford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Liverpool Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets are located on Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: All toilets are located on platform 2 and open between 06:00 and 23:59
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platform 2
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Tottenham Hale
- Onward travel information: Transport for London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Not served by rail replacement transport. Passengers to use Seven Sisters Station as an alternative; LUL Ticket Acceptance may be available.
- Metro: London UndergroundVictoria Line services
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Address
Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
23 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
The major train station for arrivals in Great Shelford is Shelford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shelford for your journey to Great Shelford from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 10:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: By entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Shelford
- Onward travel information: local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopoutside station entranceby level crossing
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