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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Launceston is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Okehampton via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Launceston?

The distance between Cambridge and Launceston is 276 miles. The road distance is 264.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Launceston without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 48m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Cambridge to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Launceston?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Launceston is to train via London which takes 6h 48m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the Cambridge to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Launceston is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Cambridge to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

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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 Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 48m
£115–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
10h 43m
£52–121
Drive 263 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Launcestoncar 263 mi
4h 42m
£65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
7h 16m
£121–236
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 Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
9h 50m
£164–238

Cambridge to Launceston by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 274.3 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Launceston, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Kensey Valley Meadow via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 6h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 10h 43m.

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