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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to East Sussex is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to East Sussex is to drive which takes 2h and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Polegate via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Cambridge to East Sussex?

The distance between Cambridge and East Sussex is 131 miles. The road distance is 104.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Cambridge to East Sussex, including transfers.

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

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

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

Cambridge to East Sussex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Cambridge to East Sussex is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Cambridge to East Sussex bus arrive?

Cambridge to East Sussex bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Cambridge to East Sussex train arrive?

Cambridge to East Sussex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to East Sussex is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Cambridge to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1295+ hotels available in East Sussex.

Cambridge to East Sussex - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to East Sussex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East Croydontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 1m
£64–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk066
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
6h 2m
£16–23
Drive 103.8 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to East Sussexcar 103.8 mi
2h
£25–37
Train, line 344 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Clapham Junction Stationbus 344
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Polegatetrain
5h 7m
£61–113

Cambridge to East Sussex by train and bus

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4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.9 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to The Brewers Arms via East Croydon, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to The Brewers Arms via Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 6h 2m.

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