What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge is to rideshare which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £26 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Covent Garden station and arriving at Cambridge via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Cambridge?

The distance between Charing Cross and Cambridge is 57 miles. The road distance is 58.3 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Cambridge without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £26 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Cambridge train from?

Charing Cross to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from King's Cross station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Cambridge train arrive?

Charing Cross to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Cambridge is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Charing Cross to Cambridge.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 892+ hotels available in Cambridge.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross to Cambridge?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross and Cambridge. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Charing Cross to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Charing Cross to Cambridge by train, rideshare, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
1h 12m
£26–63
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cambridgerideshare 58.1 mi
1h 35m
£4–8
Line 29 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Finsbury Park /Blackstock Roadbus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h
£27–63
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Liverpool Street Stationbus 26 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Cambridgetrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 8m
£28–52
Drive 57.9 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Cambridgecar 57.9 mi
1h 16m
£15–21

Charing Cross to Cambridge by subway and train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.9 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Cambridge, England?

Great Northern operates a train from King's Cross to Cambridge every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 49 min. Thameslink also services this route 6 times a week.

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