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Skipton to Cambridge train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Skipton to Cambridge, starting from £17.00 and averaging £17.80. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 23m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:18 Skipton	09:53 Cambridge	3h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Skipton	10:53 Cambridge	3h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Skipton	11:22 Cambridge	4h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:16 Skipton	11:11 Cambridge	3h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:54 Skipton	12:23 Cambridge	4h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:09 Skipton	11:53 Paris	3h 44m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Skipton to Cambridge train route details

First train

06:18

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Skipton

Arrival station

Cambridge

Journey time

3h 23m

Distance

152 miles

Price

£17.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Skipton to Cambridge

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Skipton to Cambridge. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Skipton to Cambridge, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Skipton to Cambridge ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Skipton to Cambridge more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Skipton to Cambridge train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Skipton to Cambridge train prices and times

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