What is the cheapest way to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham is to bus which costs £16 - £30 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between RAF Lakenheath and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from The Cedars and arriving at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway via Bus Station and Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between RAF Lakenheath and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Thetford and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham?

The distance between RAF Lakenheath and Birmingham is 163 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

How do I travel from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham bus from?

RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where do I catch the RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham train from?

RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham?

The best way to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham bus arrive?

RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham train arrive?

RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham.

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There are 4 ways to get from RAF Lakenheath to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 3m
£76–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk083
5h 53m
£16–30
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from RAF Lakenheath to Birminghamcar 118.3 mi
2h 16m
£29–42
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
6h 28m
£26–65

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between RAF Lakenheath, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Ely to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway twice daily. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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