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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Harwell is to bus which costs £11 - £21 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Harwell is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Harwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Harwell. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Queens Lane and Parkway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Harwell?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Harwell. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Didcot Parkway via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Harwell?

The distance between Cambridge and Harwell is 115 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Harwell without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 16m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Cambridge to Harwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Harwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Harwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Harwell?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Harwell is to train via London which takes 2h 16m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £28 - £60 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Cambridge to Harwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Harwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Harwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Harwell is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Cambridge to Harwell.

Where can I stay near Harwell?

There are 1289+ hotels available in Harwell.

Cambridge to Harwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromCambridge to Harwell

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Didcot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 16m
£53–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from High Street to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus X5
3. Take the bus from Westgate to Parkway Stationbus X2 / ...
6h 6m
£11–20
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Queens Lanebus Oxf
5h 19m
£29–56
Drive 86 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Harwellcar 86 mi
2h 13m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Didcot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 38m
£57–114

Cambridge to Harwell by train, subway, and bus

297Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cambridge to Harwell.

Launch map view

Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Harwell, Oxfordshire, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to High Street via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Didcot Parkway, and Parkway Station in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Queens Lane, and Parkway Station in around 5h 19m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.