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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Wales is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Wales is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £85 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Wales. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Wales. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Wales?

The distance between Cambridge and Wales is 204 miles. The road distance is 176.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Cambridge to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Wales train from?

Cambridge to Wales train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Wales?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Wales is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Cambridge to Wales bus arrive?

Cambridge to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Wales train arrive?

Cambridge to Wales train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Wales is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cambridge to Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Wales?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Wales.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 25m
£86–178
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 39m
£24–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 47m
£42–103
Drive 175.5 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Cardiffcar 175.5 mi
3h 35m
£44–63
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 22m
£126–178

Cambridge to Wales by train and subway

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3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 47m.

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