Train duration | 3h08m |
Arrival | York, England |
Departure | Cambridge, England |
Distance | 132 Miles |
The route connecting Cambridge, which is in England and York, located in England is well connected by trains. Use our travel search engine to find your ticket and identify the train operator for this journey.
Travelling by train is a fast and easy option to go to York from Cambridge. The average travel duration between Cambridge to York is 3h08m to travel the 132 miles.
Depending how far in advance you purchase your ticket and the travel date, the cost of the train can change.
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The Prices for train tickets Cambridge to York are increasing the closer you get to your departure day. According to our data, if you buy your train 3 days in advance, you can find tickets from £28 whereas when purchasing your seat on the day you're travelling, you will need to spend at least £41 for your train. Thus, you may save 32% on the price of your ticket by booking 3 days in advance instead of on the day you're travelling.
The figures are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.
We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Cambridge and York by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets York to Cambridge and find the best deal for your outbound journey.
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National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age and your situation, you might want to get one of the five existing railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can help you make great savings for your Cambridge York train ticket.
Why should I buy a railcard?
When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several journeys. But is it really relevant when travelling from Cambridge to York? Grab your calculator, considering:
A = the cost of the railcard (i.e.: £30)
B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)
C = average fare for a Cambridge York ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)
Start by dividing A by B: this will give you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of journeys needed per year to be profitable.
In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Cambridge to York (one way trip).
How much do I need to pay for a railcard?
Railcards enable you to get a third off most train fares for a year. The Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the 5 other railcards £30.
(1)Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey
Train Journey | Average price without railcard(1) | With a railcard 34% off(2) | Saving based on a one-way trip | Number of return trips to pay off the cost |
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Cambridge to York train | £50.00 | £33.33 | £16.67 | 1.76 |
(1)Average price observed over the last 6 months for one way
(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare
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