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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bristol to Cambridge

Composite routes from Bristol to Cambridge

Cheapest
2 h 50 min
Car
249 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 35 min
Bus
204 km.
from €19.57
Details
3 h
204 km.
from $149.83
5 h 30 min
204 km.
from $61.78

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Cabot Circus to Fair
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$82.28

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$177.21

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.24–$430.36

Great Northern

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
greatnorthernrail.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cambridge is to bus which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cambridge is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cabot Circus and arriving at Fair Street. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cambridge. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Bristol to Cambridge?

The distance between Bristol and Cambridge is 283 km. The road distance is 249.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 3h and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Bristol to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cambridge bus from?

Bristol to Cambridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cambridge train from?

Bristol to Cambridge train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 3h and costs $97.83 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Bristol to Cambridge bus arrive?

Bristol to Cambridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Bristol to Cambridge train arrive?

Bristol to Cambridge train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cambridge is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bristol to Cambridge.

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

Book your Bristol to Cambridge train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bristol to Cambridge bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 688+ hotels available in Cambridge. Prices start at $60.21 per night.
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