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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Risley is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Risley is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Risley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Risley. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Risley Hall via St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Risley?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Risley. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Long Eaton via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Risley?

The distance between Cambridge and Risley is 122 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Risley without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Cambridge to Risley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Risley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Risley train from?

Cambridge to Risley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Risley?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Risley is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Cambridge to Risley bus arrive?

Cambridge to Risley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Risley train arrive?

Cambridge to Risley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Risley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Risley is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Cambridge to Risley.

Where can I stay near Risley?

There are 1843+ hotels available in Risley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 2m
£66–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 44m
£20–56
Drive 91.5 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Risleycar 91.5 mi
1h 55m
£23–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the bus from Friar Lane to Risley Hallbus i4
4h 20m

Cambridge to Risley by train and bus

110Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Risley, Derbyshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cambridge to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Risley Hall via St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 44m.

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