The average train between Cambridge and Shirebrook takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Shirebrook. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Cambridge and Shirebrook. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Shirebrook at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Shirebrook? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Shirebrook. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Shirebrook station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Cambridge to Shirebrook train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Shirebrook train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Shirebrook station.
Book your Cambridge to Shirebrook train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Cambridge and Shirebrook is 143.7 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Shirebrook via Leicester and Nottingham in around 4h 18m.