What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Porton Down is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Porton Down is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Salisbury via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Porton Down?

The distance between Cambridge and Porton Down is 151 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Porton Down without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 24m and costs £85 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Cambridge to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Porton Down train from?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Porton Down train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Porton Down is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cambridge to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 410+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Cambridge to Porton Down - 4 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Porton Down 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 Waterloo to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
3h 24m
£89–152
Drive 129.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Porton Downcar 129.8 mi
2h 18m
£32–47
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hale Bus Station to Lower Marshbus 76
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Basingstoketrain
7h 22m
£59–103
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Bridgetrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
5h 26m
£68–112

Cambridge to Porton Down by train and bus

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Porton Down, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Porton Down via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Salisbury in around 3h 24m.

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