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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Lancaster to Cambridge

Cheapest
3 h 42 min
Car
358 km.
from $19
Other
3 h 42 min
282 km.
from $298.83
7 h 31 min
282 km.
from $99.57
5 h 2 min
Train, Plane
281 km.
from $163.60
5 h 34 min
282 km.
from $171.61
6 h 30 min
282 km.
from $197.41
5 h 51 min
Train, Plane
281 km.
from $164.25

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$18.99–$151.89

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$177.21

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$60.76–$354.42

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$265.81

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$120.25–$303.79
Train from Lancaster to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$88.60–$240.50

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:
$39.24–$82.28

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterborough
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$62.02–$94.93

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Lancaster to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Peterborough to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$82.28

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Leeds to Peterborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$139.24

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$53.16
Train from Lancaster to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$107.59

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train from Lancaster to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$21.52

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:
$31.64–$44.30

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Fair
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Cambridge is to bus which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Cambridge is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Fair Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Cambridge via Euston station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Cambridge?

The distance between Lancaster and Cambridge is 458 km. The road distance is 358.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $130.43 - $336.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Lancaster to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Cambridge train from?

Lancaster to Cambridge train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Cambridge is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $130.43 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Lancaster to Cambridge bus arrive?

Lancaster to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Lancaster to Cambridge train arrive?

Lancaster to Cambridge train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Cambridge is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Lancaster to Cambridge.

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

Book your Lancaster to Cambridge train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 720+ hotels available in Cambridge. Prices start at $36.40 per night.
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