What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh is to fly which costs £40 - £150 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and University of Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

The distance between Cambridge and University of Edinburgh is 362 miles. The road distance is 327.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to University of Edinburgh train from?

Cambridge to University of Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or fly from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £40 - £150 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Cambridge to University of Edinburgh train arrive?

Cambridge to University of Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to University of Edinburgh is 328 miles. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near University of Edinburgh?

There are 2996+ hotels available in University of Edinburgh.

Cambridge to University of Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 30m
£124–194
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
4h 21m
£40–147
Drive 326 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to University of Edinburghcar 326 mi
6h 2m
£79–114
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3h 37m
£43–141
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
8h 50m
£209–304
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 56m
£106–359
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
4h 36m
£121–348
Fly London Stansted Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 22m
£43–176
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 6m
£53–182

Cambridge to University of Edinburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 360 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and University of Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cambridge to University of Edinburgh via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, Ryanair UK, easyJet, and Ryanair fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) every 4 hours.

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