What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Alston?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Alston is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Alston?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Alston is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Alston station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Station Yard via St Margaret's Bus Station, Asda, Eldon Square Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Alston?

The distance between Cambridge and Alston is 290 miles. The road distance is 234.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Alston without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Alston without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Alston?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Cambridge to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Alston bus from?

Cambridge to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where does the Cambridge to Alston bus arrive?

Cambridge to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Alston is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Cambridge to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 420+ hotels available in Alston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Alston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Wentworth car park to Hendersons Garagebus 889
6h 54m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Asda to John Dobson Streetbus Ukx010 / ...
10h 3m
£35–57
Drive 232.7 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Alstoncar 232.7 mi
4h 2m
£58–84
Train, fly, line 691 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hexhamtrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Yardbus
7h 30m
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
4. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garagebus
10h 11m

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

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Distance: 287.9 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Alston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Parkside to Station Yard via St Margaret's Bus Station, M&S, Asda, John Dobson Street, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 3m.

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