What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at Cardiff North Road via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

The distance between Cambridge and Cardiff University is 204 miles. The road distance is 176.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Cardiff University without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £90 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Cardiff University bus from?

Cambridge to Cardiff University bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 59m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £230 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Cambridge to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Cambridge to Cardiff University bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cambridge to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Cardiff University is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cambridge to Cardiff University.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Cardiff University?

Book your Cambridge to Cardiff University bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

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Cambridge to Cardiff University - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Cambridge to Cardiff University by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 38m
£94–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 59m
£26–43
Drive 175.7 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Cardiff Universitycar 175.7 mi
3h 35m
£43–62
Fly London Stansted Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 32m
£74–209
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 30m
£130–189
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 26m
£43–104
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LTN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 3m
£52–185
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
11h 31m
£78–230

Cambridge to Cardiff University by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 203 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Cardiff University, Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Cardiff University via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Cardiff University via London Heathrow Airport and Cardiff North Road in around 6h 59m.

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