What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Birmingham NEC?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parkside and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Birmingham International via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Cambridge and Birmingham NEC is 162 miles. The road distance is 90.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 31m and costs £55 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Birmingham NEC bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Birmingham NEC train from?

Cambridge to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC is to train via London which takes 2h 31m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Cambridge to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Cambridge to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Cambridge to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Cambridge to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Birmingham NEC is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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Cambridge to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham Internationaltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 31m
£57–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 777
3h 4m
£20–50
Drive 90.1 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Birmingham NECcar 90.1 mi
1h 33m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 59m
£77–111

Cambridge to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Birmingham NEC via King's Cross, London Euston, and Birmingham International in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Parkside to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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