What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to East Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to East Midlands is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to East Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to East Midlands is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Brooksby College via Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Melton Mowbray via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Cambridge to East Midlands?

The distance between Cambridge and East Midlands is 87 miles. The road distance is 69.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to East Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to East Midlands without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £55 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to East Midlands?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Cambridge to East Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to East Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to East Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to East Midlands?

The best way to get from Cambridge to East Midlands is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £55 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Cambridge to East Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to East Midlands train arrive?

Cambridge to East Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Melton Mowbray station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to East Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to East Midlands is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Cambridge to East Midlands.

Where can I stay near East Midlands?

There are 1003+ hotels available in East Midlands.

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There are 3 ways to get from Cambridge to East Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Melton Mowbraytrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 42m
£56–78
Drive 69.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to East Midlandscar 69.1 mi
1h 26m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Brooksby Collegebus 5A / ...
3h 8m
£25–49

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Distance: 86.3 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and East Midlands, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cambridge to Melton Mowbray hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to East Midlands via St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, and Brooksby College in around 3h 8m.

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