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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Cambridge is to bus which costs £9 - £21 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at Parkside. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station and arriving at Cambridge via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Cambridge?

The distance between Heathrow and Cambridge is 74 miles. The road distance is 70.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Cambridge without a car is to subway and train via King's Cross St. Pancras station which takes 2h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Heathrow to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Cambridge bus from?

Heathrow to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Cambridge train from?

Heathrow to Cambridge train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Where does the Heathrow to Cambridge bus arrive?

Heathrow to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Where does the Heathrow to Cambridge train arrive?

Heathrow to Cambridge train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Cambridge is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Heathrow to Cambridge.

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

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow to Cambridge by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train via King's Cross St. Pancras station
best
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 3m
£36–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
2h 20m
£9–21
Drive 69.8 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Cambridgecar 69.8 mi
1h 17m
£18–25
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Finsbury Park stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 19m
£37–56

Heathrow to Cambridge by bus

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parkside hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 2h 20m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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