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

The cheapest way to get from Hampstead to Cambridge is to bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hampstead to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Hampstead and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Hampstead station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road & Frognal Station and arriving at Parkside via Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Hampstead and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Hampstead station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Hampstead station and arriving at Cambridge via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Hampstead to Cambridge?

The distance between Hampstead and Cambridge is 59 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hampstead to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £29 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Hampstead to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hampstead to Cambridge bus from?

Hampstead to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Finchley Road & Frognal Station.

Where do I catch the Hampstead to Cambridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Hampstead to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Hampstead to Cambridge is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £29 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Hampstead to Cambridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hampstead to Cambridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hampstead to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Hampstead to Cambridge is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Hampstead to Cambridge.

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Hampstead to Cambridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hampstead to Cambridge by train, 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 16m
£29–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road & Frognal Station to Coach Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
2h 52m
£12–32
Drive 55.4 mi
1. Drive from Hampstead to Cambridgecar 55.4 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Train via London St Pancras International
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
1h 47m
£33–71

Hampstead to Cambridge by subway and train

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Distance: 58.9 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

Great Northern operates a train from King's Cross to Cambridge every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 49 min. Thameslink also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Finchley Road & Frognal Station to Parkside via Coach Station in around 2h 52m.

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