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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Bristol is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £19 - £30 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Bristol?

The distance between Cambridge and Bristol is 177 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Bristol without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Cambridge to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Bristol train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cambridge to Bristol?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Bristol is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 4h 56m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Cambridge to Bristol bus arrive?

Cambridge to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Bristol is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Cambridge to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Bristol?

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

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There are 6 ways to get from Cambridge to Bristol by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 59m
£79–137
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
4h 56m
£19–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
4h 56m
£29–48
Drive 148.7 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Bristolcar 148.7 mi
2h 55m
£38–54
Fly
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
5h 28m
£63–172
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 21m
£85–129

Cambridge to Bristol by train and subway

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Bristol Temple Meads via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 56m.

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