What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Island Gardens via Coach Station and Mile End Station / Bow Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Maze Hill via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

The distance between Cambridge and Royal Observatory is 66 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £41 - £44.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Royal Observatory bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Royal Observatory train from?

Cambridge to Royal Observatory train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £41 - £44. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cambridge to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

Cambridge to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Royal Observatory train arrive?

Cambridge to Royal Observatory train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Royal Observatory is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Cambridge to Royal Observatory.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Royal Observatory?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Bridgetrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 50m
£42–44
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Mile Endbus A9
2h 50m
£11–19
Drive 58.9 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Royal Observatorycar 58.9 mi
1h 12m
£15–22
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Maze Hilltrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
1h 51m
£32–49
Train, line 135 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Island Gardensbus 135
2h 27m
£28–42

Cambridge to Royal Observatory by train and foot

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Distance: 65.6 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Royal Observatory, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Cambridge to London Bridge hourly. Tickets cost £40 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Royal Observatory via Coach Station, Mile End, Mile End Station / Bow Road, and Island Gardens in around 2h 50m.

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