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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Rydal is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Rydal is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Rydal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Rydal. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Church for Rydal Mount via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Rydal?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Rydal. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Rydal?

The distance between Cambridge and Rydal is 297 miles. The road distance is 232.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Rydal without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 30m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Cambridge to Rydal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Rydal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Rydal train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Rydal?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Rydal is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 30m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Cambridge to Rydal bus arrive?

Cambridge to Rydal bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Rydal train arrive?

Cambridge to Rydal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Rydal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Rydal is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Cambridge to Rydal.

Where can I stay near Rydal?

There are 3367+ hotels available in Rydal.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 30m
£132–200
Drive 230.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Rydalcar 230.7 mi
4h 23m
£57–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
10h 48m
£62–143
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 36m
£121–195
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
8h 44m

Cambridge to Rydal by train and bus

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.7 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Church for Rydal Mount via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Church for Rydal Mount via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 48m.

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