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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Bath is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Bath is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Bath. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Bath Spa via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Bath?

The distance between Cambridge and Bath is 165 miles. The road distance is 144.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Bath without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Cambridge to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Bath bus from?

Cambridge to Bath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Bath train from?

Cambridge to Bath train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Bath?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Bath is to train via London which takes 2h 46m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Cambridge to Bath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Bath train arrive?

Cambridge to Bath train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Bath is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Cambridge to Bath.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bath?

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Cambridge to Bath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 55 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spatrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 46m
£79–167
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Regent Circus Swindonbus Uk990
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Town Bridgebus 55
6h 57m
£16–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 403
5h 27m
£39–54
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Bathcar 143.5 mi
2h 58m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spatrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 8m
£86–170

Cambridge to Bath by train and subway

225Weekly Services

2h 46mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cambridge to Bath.

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Bath Spa via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 27m.

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