What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and RAF Lakenheath?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at The Cedars via Parkside and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and RAF Lakenheath?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Lakenheath via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath?

The distance between Birmingham and RAF Lakenheath is 137 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath bus from?

Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath train from?

Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath?

The best way to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath bus arrive?

Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where does the Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath train arrive?

Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath.

Where can I stay near RAF Lakenheath?

There are 495+ hotels available in RAF Lakenheath.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 51m
£81–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
5h 40m
£16–31
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to RAF Lakenheathcar 119 mi
2h 14m
£29–42
Train via Bus Interchange
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 16m
£78–114
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Parksidebus 777
6h 35m
£26–63

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and RAF Lakenheath, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 twice daily. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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