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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Cambridge is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Parkside via Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Cambridge via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Basildon to Cambridge?

The distance between Basildon and Cambridge is 80 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £24 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Basildon to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Cambridge bus from?

Basildon to Cambridge bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Cambridge train from?

Basildon to Cambridge train services, operated by c2c, depart from Basildon station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Basildon to Cambridge is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £24 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 300 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Basildon to Cambridge bus arrive?

Basildon to Cambridge bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Basildon to Cambridge train arrive?

Basildon to Cambridge train services, operated by c2c, arrive at London Fenchurch Street station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Cambridge is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Basildon to Cambridge.

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

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Basildon to Cambridge - 4 ways to travel via train, line 300 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basildon to London Fenchurch StreetShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to CambridgeLondon Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
2h 28m
£25–75
Drive 59 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basildon to Cambridge59 mi
1h 2m
£15–21
Line 300 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)X10 / ...
3. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Cambridge
2h 54m
Line 300 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Stansted Airport (STN)X10 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Parkside727 / ...
3h 34m

Basildon to Cambridge by train and foot

295Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.8 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Basildon to Cambridge via London Fenchurch Street and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Parkside via Bus Station and Coach Station in around 3h 34m.

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