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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to University of Manchester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to University of Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and University of Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to University of Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at University Shopping Centre via Newhall Street and Hanover Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to University of Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Cambridge to University of Manchester?

The distance between Cambridge and University of Manchester is 241 miles. The road distance is 152.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to University of Manchester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 53m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Cambridge to University of Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to University of Manchester bus from?

Cambridge to University of Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Cambridge to University of Manchester?

The best way to get from Cambridge to University of Manchester is to train via London which takes 3h 53m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 52m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £180 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Cambridge to University of Manchester bus arrive?

Cambridge to University of Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Cambridge to University of Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to University of Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to University of Manchester is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cambridge to University of Manchester.

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

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

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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 Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 53m
£91–169
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk083
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 52m
£22–35
Drive 151.6 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to University of Manchestercar 151.6 mi
3h 21m
£37–53
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 22m
£94–362
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
5h 15m
£94–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 36m
£37–84
Fly from London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
5h 24m
£55–179
Bus to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 3m
£60–145
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 16m
£130–304

Cambridge to University of Manchester by bus and foot

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to University of Manchester via King's Cross, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to University of Manchester via Newhall Street, Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, and University Shopping Centre in around 5h 52m.

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