What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye is to bus and train which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Hay-on-Wye?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Hay Castle via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station and Country Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Hay-on-Wye?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Hereford via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye?

The distance between Cambridge and Hay-on-Wye is 216 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye bus from?

Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye train from?

Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye bus arrive?

Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye train arrive?

Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye.

Where can I stay near Hay-on-Wye?

There are 737+ hotels available in Hay-on-Wye.

Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
6h 30m
£93–154
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk083
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
6h 45m
£30–70
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Hay-on-Wyecar 167.8 mi
3h 12m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
3. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Country Bus Stationbus 445
9h 31m
£41–102

Cambridge to Hay-on-Wye by train and bus

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Hay-on-Wye, Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Hay Castle via Birmingham New Street, Hereford, and Country Bus Station in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Hay Castle via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, and Country Bus Station in around 9h 31m.

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