- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£69
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h 32 m
Trains on 13 Oct
11
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Cambridge will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from York to Cambridge you need to make at least one change.
C01975+
C10187
Y14813+
G00814
L01631+
G00814
C01975 · G07989+
G00814
C01942+
P66865+
C04357
Y14813+
P66855+
C04354
C01975 · G07989+
G00814
C01968 · G07964+
G00841
C01975+
C10187
C01968+
C18549Trains from York to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for York to Cambridge trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01925+ C10188 | On time 10:31 York station (YRK) | 2h34 | 13:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C02015+ G00812 | On time 10:56 York station (YRK) | 3h15 | 14:11 Cambridge South | 1 change | |
C02015+ C04350+ G77015 | On time 10:56 York station (YRK) | 3h09 | 14:05 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2 changes | |
C02015+ G00812 | On time 10:56 York station (YRK) | 3h07 | 14:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C02015+ C04350+ P66849 | On time 10:56 York station (YRK) | 2h43 | 13:39 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2 changes | |
C02015+ W32882 · W45434 | On time 10:56 York station (YRK) | 3h09 | 14:05 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
C01934 · G07981+ G00812 | On time 11:31 York station (YRK) | 2h40 | 14:11 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
C01934+ C10184 | On time 11:31 York station (YRK) | 2h34 | 14:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C01934 · G07981+ G00812 | On time 11:31 York station (YRK) | 2h32 | 14:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
G01184+ G07981+ G00812 | On time 11:36 York station (YRK) | 2h35 | 14:11 Cambridge South | 2 changes | |
G01184+ G07981+ G00812 | On time 11:36 York station (YRK) | 2h27 | 14:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
Y14813+ C04354+ P66855 | On time 12:11 York station (YRK) | 2h28 | 14:39 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2 changes | |
L01631+ G00814 | On time 12:27 York station (YRK) | 2h36 | 15:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C01975 · G07989+ G00814 | On time 12:32 York station (YRK) | 2h31 | 15:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
C01975+ C10187 | On time 12:32 York station (YRK) | 2h33 | 15:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C01942+ C04357+ P66865 | On time 12:55 York station (YRK) | 2h44 | 15:39 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
L01624+ G00841 | 8:27 York station (YRK) | 2h36 | 11:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C01968 · G07964+ G00841 | 8:30 York station (YRK) | 2h33 | 11:03 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2 changes | |
C01968+ C18549 | 8:30 York station (YRK) | 2h35 | 11:05 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C02042+ G00806 | 8:56 York station (YRK) | 3h06 | 12:02 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
C02042+ C04344+ P66833 | 8:56 York station (YRK) | 2h43 | 11:39 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.
Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.
Riverside green linking college backs and open meadows. Ideal for walking, punting views, and classic Cambridge photographs.
Lively square and shopping area with the market, historic streets, and buskers. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
Historic lane of colleges, chapels, and gateways. A rewarding walk for architecture, student atmosphere, and easy access to central sights.
A Cambridge creation: a rich dessert of vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce, whipped cream and meringue, long associated with Cambridge college dining.
A traditional Cambridgeshire farm dish of braised beef or mutton with onions and root vegetables, reflecting the county’s rural cooking heritage.
An old East Anglian fruit preserve made from windfall apples slowly cooked to a dark, tangy spread, once common in Cambridgeshire households.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting just outside the city centre.
Long-running riverside restaurant known for modern European cooking and views over the Cam in a smart but relaxed room.
Popular city-centre pub serving cask ales and hearty British food in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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The most popular day trips by train from Cambridge are London, Ely, Norwich, Peterborough and Bury Saint Edmunds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cambridge on Omio.

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 46m.

Ely is a small Cambridgeshire cathedral city known for Ely Cathedral and its setting above the fens. The compact centre and riverside on the Great Ouse give it a calm historic character.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 11m.

Norwich is known for its Norman cathedral, medieval lanes and strong independent character. Its historic market, literary links and mix of old churches and creative spaces give it a lively but relaxed feel.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 3m.

Peterborough is known for its magnificent Norman cathedral, Roman heritage and broad modern city centre. It balances historic character with a practical, multicultural feel, while Ferry Meadows and the nearby Fens bring welcome open space.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 43m.

Bury Saint Edmunds is a historic Suffolk market town known for its abbey ruins, cathedral and Georgian centre. It has a compact feel, with Abbey Gardens, independent shops and a long brewing heritage giving it character.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 37m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.

Most York to Cambridge trains use the York to Cambridge station pair, with some services arriving at Cambridge North. Use this guide to compare York and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
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.
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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