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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to London Paddington is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to London Paddington is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 1h 6m and costs £28 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and London Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to London Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Paddington Station via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and London Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to London Paddington. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Paddington via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Cambridge to London Paddington?

The distance between Cambridge and London Paddington is 59 miles. The road distance is 58.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to London Paddington without a car is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 1h 6m and costs £28 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Cambridge to London Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to London Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to London Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to London Paddington?

The best way to get from Cambridge to London Paddington is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 1h 6m and costs £28 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Cambridge to London Paddington bus arrive?

Cambridge to London Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Cambridge to London Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to London Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to London Paddington is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Cambridge to London Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near London Paddington?

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

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Train via London Kings Cross
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 6m
£28–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Paddington Stationbus A6
2h 38m
£14–33
Drive 58 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to London Paddingtoncar 58 mi
1h 17m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 24m
£32–64
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the subway from Liverpool Street station to Paddington stationsubway Circle
2h 5m
£33–75

Cambridge to London Paddington by bus

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.4 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Great Northern operates a train from Cambridge to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £26–60 and the journey takes 51 min. Thameslink also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Paddington Station via Coach Station in around 2h 38m.

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