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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to London is to rideshare which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to London is to train which takes 51 min and costs £26 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parkside and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cambridge and arriving at King's Cross. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Cambridge to London?

The distance between Cambridge and London is 56 miles. The road distance is 58.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to London without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £26 - £65.

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

The train from Cambridge to London Kings Cross takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to London bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to London?

The best way to get from Cambridge to London is to train which takes 51 min and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U, which costs £7 - £17 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Cambridge to London bus arrive?

Cambridge to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U station.

Where does the Cambridge to London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to London is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Cambridge to London.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to London?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to London?

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Where can I stay near London?

There are 22003+ hotels available in London.

Can I share a ride from Cambridge to London?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cambridge and London. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Cambridge - London Kings Cross / ...
51 min
£26–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cambridge to Londonrideshare 58 mi
1h 38m
£4–11
Bus via London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus Uk066
1h 42m
£7–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 491
2h
£11–27
Drive 58.1 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Londoncar 58.1 mi
1h 18m
£15–21

Cambridge to London by train

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Distance: 55.5 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Great Northern operates a train from Cambridge to King's Cross every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 51 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop U every 4 hours. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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