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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Basford is to bus which costs £16 - £45 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Basford is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Basford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Basford. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Ascot Road via St Margaret's Bus Station and Canal Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Basford?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Basford. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Nottingham via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Basford?

The distance between Cambridge and Basford is 98 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Basford without a car is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £16 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Cambridge to Basford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Basford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Basford train from?

Cambridge to Basford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Basford?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Basford is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can train via Leicester, which costs £65 - £95 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Cambridge to Basford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Basford train arrive?

Cambridge to Basford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Basford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Basford is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Cambridge to Basford.

Where can I stay near Basford?

There are 1823+ hotels available in Basford.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 4m
£16–43
Train via Leicester
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
3h 5m
£68–95
Drive 87.1 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Basfordcar 87.1 mi
1h 50m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to Nottinghamtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 11m
£52–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Nottinghamtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 52m

Cambridge to Basford by train and bus

110Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Basford, Nottingham, England?

You can take a bus from Parkside to Ascot Road via St Margaret's Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Canal Street in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cambridge to Ascot Road via Leicester, Nottingham, and Canal Street in around 3h 5m.

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