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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Cambridge is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Cambridge via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Bath to Cambridge?

The distance between Bath and Cambridge is 165 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Bath to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bath to Cambridge train from?

Bath to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Bath to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 2h 43m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Bath to Cambridge bus arrive?

Bath to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bath to Cambridge train arrive?

Bath to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bath to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Cambridge is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Bath to Cambridge.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cambridge?

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Bath to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Bath to Cambridge by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
2h 43m
£81–162
Drive 143.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Cambridgecar 143.4 mi
2h 59m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 403
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
5h 15m
£39–55
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
3h 13m
£87–167
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bristol Parkway Stnbus 19
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cambridgetrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 6m

Bath to Cambridge by train and subway

214Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bath to Cambridge.

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Cambridge via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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