How to travel from Newcastle to Cambridge

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Newcastle to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, while a train costs an average of $103.

Distance: 204 miles (329 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Cambridge is a bus with an average price of $62.

This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Cambridge:

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Cambridge costing on average $103.

A bus is $62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Cambridge costing on average $124.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Cambridge is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 39m.

Bus takes on average 9h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newcastle and Cambridge including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newcastle to Cambridge among Omio's users.

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from Newcastle to Cambridge

How to get from Newcastle to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Newcastle to Cambridge is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX133 · NX777
    9:45 AM11h50
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    9:35 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX133 · NX777
    9:45 AM11h50
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    9:35 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • National ExpressNX133 · NX777
    9:45 AM11h50
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    9:35 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • National ExpressNX133 · NX777
    6:55 AM11h55
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    6:50 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newcastle to Cambridge

Travel to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newcastle to Cambridge.

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There are 3 options to travel between Newcastle and Cambridge including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Cambridge is a bus with an average price of $62.

This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Cambridge:

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Cambridge costing on average $103.

A bus is $62 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Cambridge costing on average $124.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Cambridge is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 39m.

Bus takes on average 9h 40m.

The distance from Newcastle to Cambridge is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
The average frequency per day from Newcastle to Cambridge is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newcastle and Cambridge as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newcastle to Cambridge:
  • Flights mostly depart from Newcastle Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Newcastle station (NCL) and arrive in Cambridge station (CBG).
  • Buses mostly depart from Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station and arrive in Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newcastle to Cambridge, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Cambridge by bus.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains to go to Cambridge by train.
Omio customers who travel from Newcastle to Cambridge often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Kings Cross (KGX), Oxford, London Stansted Airport, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cambridge and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cambridge to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square, or attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour. Don't miss the stunning King's College Chapel, the art-filled Fitzwilliam Museum, the picturesque Backs, the historic Trinity College, and the tranquil Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
For a fulfilling experience in Cambridge, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its historic colleges, museums, and the picturesque River Cam.
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