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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Northampton is to bus via Bedford which costs £8 - £11 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Northampton is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Coach Park via Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Northampton via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Northampton?

The distance between Cambridge and Northampton is 122 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Cambridge to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Northampton?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Northampton is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Cambridge to Northampton bus arrive?

Cambridge to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Northampton is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Cambridge to Northampton.

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

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Cambridge to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 20m
£49–116
Bus via Bedford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Laybybus 50
3. Take the bus from (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby to Abington Parkbus X47 / ...
4h 57m
£8–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus 786
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Parkbus 707
3h 25m
£14–35
Drive 54.8 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Northamptoncar 54.8 mi
1h 3m
£14–20

Cambridge to Northampton by train and foot

294Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.7 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Northampton via King's Cross and London Euston in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Coach Park via Airport Bus Station in around 3h 25m.

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