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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cambridge is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Cambridge via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Reading to Cambridge?

The distance between Reading and Cambridge is 94 miles. The road distance is 86.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 57m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Reading to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cambridge bus from?

Reading to Cambridge bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cambridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Reading to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 1h 57m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 4h.

Where does the Reading to Cambridge bus arrive?

Reading to Cambridge bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Cambridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cambridge is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Reading to Cambridge.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cambridge?

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Reading to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
1h 57m
£49–76
Drive 86.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Cambridgecar 86.1 mi
1h 44m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
4h
£51–83
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 42m
£45–115
Train via Islington
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Cambridgetrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
3h 14m
£38–98

Reading to Cambridge by train and subway

297Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Cambridge.

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Distance: 93.9 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Cambridge via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Parkside via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h.

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