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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Newnham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Newnham is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Newnham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Newnham. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Unlawater Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Newnham?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Newnham. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Gloucester via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Newnham?

The distance between Cambridge and Newnham is 185 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Newnham without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 32m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cambridge to Newnham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Newnham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Newnham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Newnham?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Newnham is to train via London which takes 4h 32m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Cambridge to Newnham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Newnham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Newnham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Newnham is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cambridge to Newnham.

Where can I stay near Newnham?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Newnham.

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

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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 Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 32m
£80–165
Drive 129.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Newnhamcar 129.9 mi
2h 48m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Regent Circus Swindonbus Uk990
2. Take the train from Swindon to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
5h 59m
£33–63
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 7m
£104–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 444 / ...
6h 41m
£38–92

Cambridge to Newnham by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Newnham, Gloucestershire, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Unlawater Lane via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Gloucester, and Transport Hub in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Unlawater Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Transport Hub in around 6h 41m.

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