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P6685511:402h59Sheffield station (SHF)14:39Cambridge North (CMB)£291One-way1 change- C04365+P7687315:403h10Sheffield station (SHF)18:50Cambridge North (CMB)£321One-way1 change
- C04347+P668389:393h00Sheffield station (SHF)12:39Cambridge North (CMB)£321One-way1 change
- C04372+P0118317:452h54Sheffield station (SHF)20:39Cambridge North (CMB)£351One-way1 change
- C04350+P6684910:402h59Sheffield station (SHF)13:39Cambridge North (CMB)£351One-way1 change
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G07989+G0081412:322h31Sheffield station (SHF)15:03Cambridge station (CBG)£541One-way2 changes- G00701+G07995+G0081813:322h31Sheffield station (SHF)16:03Cambridge station (CBG)£451One-way2 changes
- G00716 · G00830+P76407+C0198817:382h33Sheffield station (SHF)20:11Cambridge North (CMB)£611One-way3 changes
- G00739 · G00812+G0798111:302h33Sheffield station (SHF)14:03Cambridge station (CBG)£541One-way2 changes
- G00718 · G00833+G0802418:302h34Sheffield station (SHF)21:04Cambridge station (CBG)£451One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield to Cambridge
The cheapest option from Sheffield to Cambridge is coach, with an average price of £25. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Cambridge among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 169 km
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£39 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Cambridge trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C21579+ P28804+ C93374+ W04501 | Delayed 8:52 8:03Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h28 | 11:31 Cambridge North (CMB) | 3 changes | |
C02163+ W84657+ W45742 | Delayed 8:42 9:09Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h41 | 11:50 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
| L01629+W84663+P01776+G77012 | Delayed 9:51 10:08Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h23 | 13:31 Cambridge North (CMB) | 3 changes | |
| C21805+P66848 | On time 10:43 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h56 | 13:39 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Cambridge.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Cambridge
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Sheffield to Cambridge, including direct trains, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Lowest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Cambridge trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Cambridge from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Cambridge
Most Sheffield to Cambridge trains use the Sheffield to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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 Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, 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: Yes.
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