How to get from Birkenhead to Cambridge

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What is the best way to travel from Birkenhead to Cambridge?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Cambridge from Birkenhead. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 50m
£38
£40
1
Train
4h 31m
£75
£122
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Cambridge from Birkenhead?

You can reach Cambridge with just £38 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £109
Friday
from £40
Saturday
Sunday
from £40
Monday
from £38
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £41

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Merseyrail
    5h 44m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:43
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £109
  • Merseyrail
    5h 19m
    0
    05:49
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £142
  • Merseyrail
    5h 12m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:11
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £142
  • Merseyrail
    4h 31m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    10:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £197

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    12h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Merseyrail
    5h 1m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:00
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £75
  • Merseyrail
    4h 31m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    10:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £80
  • Merseyrail
    5h 44m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:43
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £108

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    11h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    18:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    12h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    12h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41

What are the fastest trips from Birkenhead to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge from Birkenhead in just 4h 31m with a Train from Merseyrail. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 4h 31m
Friday
from 4h 31m
Saturday
Sunday
from 11h 50m
Monday
from 12h 20m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 12h 20m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 31m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    10:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £197
  • Merseyrail
    5h 12m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:11
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £142
  • Merseyrail
    5h 19m
    0
    05:49
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £142
  • Merseyrail
    5h 44m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:43
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £109

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Merseyrail
    4h 31m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    10:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £80
  • Merseyrail
    5h 1m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:00
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £75
  • Merseyrail
    5h 44m
    0
    05:59
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    11:43
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £108

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    12h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    11h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    18:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    12h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    12h 20m
    0
    06:50
    Birkenhead
    Hamilton Square
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Birkenhead to Cambridge

What are the most popular stations in Birkenhead and Cambridge?

In Birkenhead, you will usually depart from Europa Boulevard, 12 Quays Ferry Terminal or Eastham New Chester Rd, while in Cambridge you will be arriving at Jesus College, Drummer Street or Gazeley Road Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cambridge from Birkenhead? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birkenhead and Cambridge, you can pay as low as £38 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Merseyrail: you will get to Cambridge in just 4h 31m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birkenhead and Cambridge are Merseyrail and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Birkenhead and Cambridge is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Liverpool or to Trumpington, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Cambridge Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Birkenhead to Cambridge?

The most popular companies between Birkenhead and Cambridge, are Merseyrail and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Merseyrail

All you need to know when you travel from Birkenhead to Cambridge

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birkenhead to Cambridge. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Birkenhead to Cambridge

How can I reach Cambridge from Birkenhead?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Cambridge from Birkenhead.

How far is Cambridge from Birkenhead?

The distance between Birkenhead and Cambridge is 249.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birkenhead and Cambridge?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 42 kgs, and a flight 61 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birkenhead to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge with just £38 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cambridge in just 4h 31m with a Train from Merseyrail.

More routes to Birkenhead and to Cambridge

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Birkenhead and to Cambridge. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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