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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shepreth to Royston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Shepreth to Royston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 8 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
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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
Train companies: Great Northern from Shepreth to Royston trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Shepreth and Royston from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
7m
Cheapest Price
£8
Great Northern frequency
3 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
Complete guide to Royston
Things to do in Royston
Discover the best of Royston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Royston trip today.
- Recommended
Royston Museum
A compact local museum covering Royston’s history, archaeology and everyday life. A useful first stop for understanding the town and its cave.
- Recommended
Duxford Aviation Society Museum
An airfield museum with aircraft, vehicles and exhibits on RAF history. A strong choice for aviation enthusiasts within easy reach of Royston.
- Recommended
Market Hill
The town’s central open space and meeting point, surrounded by historic buildings and shops. A practical place to start exploring on foot.
- Recommended
Therfield Heath
An attractive heathland and woodland area with waymarked trails, wildlife and broad views. It is one of the best nearby walking areas from Royston.
- Recommended
Therfield Heath Nature Reserve
A chalk downland viewpoint and nature reserve above Royston. Visitors come for open scenery, wildflowers and far-reaching countryside walks.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Hertfordshire Pudding
A Hertfordshire bake of layered potatoes and onions, slowly cooked until tender. A long-standing county favourite in local homes and traditional kitchens.
Full English Breakfast
A traditional English breakfast with sausages, bacon, eggs, baked beans, mushrooms and toast. A familiar local morning meal across Royston cafés and pubs.
Fish And Chips
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas or curry sauce. A classic British takeaway widely enjoyed in and around Royston.
Jolly Postie
Casual café and brunch venue popular for breakfasts, coffee and light lunches in the town centre.
Banyers House Restaurant
Smart Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in comfortable surroundings.
The Old Bull Inn
Traditional town-centre pub with cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Cambridge or London, while rail trips and pubs can still add up for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change.
FAQs: Shepreth to Royston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shepreth to Royston 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 Royston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Shepreth to Royston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Shepreth to Royston covers a distance of 8 km and takes approximately 7m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Shepreth to Royston is 8 km.
The first train from Shepreth to Royston leaves at 0:33.
The last train from Shepreth to Royston departs at 23:55.
Trains from Shepreth to Royston run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shepreth to Royston.
Yes, there is a direct train between Shepreth and Royston. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
To get from Shepreth to Royston, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Shepreth to Royston.
The train station in Shepreth that goes to Royston is Shepreth station (STH), and it arrives at Royston station (RYS).
The cheapest way to get from Shepreth to Royston is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Shepreth to Royston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Shepreth to Royston offers views of the picturesque Cambridgeshire countryside, featuring fields and rural landscapes that can be quite enjoyable to passengers.
Yes, a day trip from Shepreth to Royston is feasible. The journey takes 7m and covers a distance of 8 km. Trains run 2 times per day.
Spending two to three days in Royston should allow you to explore its main attractions, including visiting the Royston Cave and enjoying the local countryside walks.
Yes, you can take the train from Shepreth to Royston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shepreth and Royston
Most Shepreth to Royston trains use the Shepreth to Royston station pair. Use this guide to compare Shepreth and Royston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Shepreth
Arrival train stations in Royston
Which Shepreth station do trains to Royston leave from?
Trains from Shepreth to Royston leave from Shepreth. The station is from Shepreth city centre at Shepreth station, Station Road, Shepreth, Cambridgeshire, SG8 6JP.
SheprethShepreth station, Station Road, Shepreth, Cambridgeshire, SG8 6JP
City-centre transport
Getting to Shepreth from Shepreth city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement buses towards Royston and Cambridge stop at the bus stop on Meldreth Road, a short walk from the station and near to the junction with Station Road and Fowlmere Road.
Shepreth train station facilities and services
Shepreth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shepreth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shepreth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shepreth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shepreth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via street and level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Help Point, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Royston station do trains from Shepreth arrive at?
Trains from Shepreth to Royston arrive at Royston. Royston is 1 km from Royston city centre.
RoystonRoyston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
City-centre transport
Getting to Royston from Royston city centre
Bus16, 24 · 2m · every ~3 min
Royston train station facilities and services
Royston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Royston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Royston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Royston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Royston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Royston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Royston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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