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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Downend is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Downend is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Downend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Downend. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at The Horseshoe via Heathrow Central Bus Station, The Haymarket and The Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Downend?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Downend. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Bristol Parkway via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Downend?

The distance between Cambridge and Downend is 176 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Downend without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Cambridge to Downend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Downend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Downend train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Downend?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Downend is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Cambridge to Downend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Downend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Downend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Downend is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cambridge to Downend.

Where can I stay near Downend?

There are 2553+ hotels available in Downend.

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

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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 Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 44m
£73–150
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 / ...
5h 46m
£22–38
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 / ...
5h 45m
£38–94
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Downendcar 143.5 mi
2h 53m
£36–51
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 Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 18m
£112–158

Cambridge to Downend by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Downend, South Gloucestershire, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Cleeve Park Road via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Bristol Parkway, and Bristol Parkway Stn in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to The Horseshoe via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, The Haymarket, and The Centre in around 5h 45m.

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