Cambridge travel guide
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You're Going to Love Cambridge
With a population of 128,488, Cambridge is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cambridge to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Cambridge
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie (16 Trinity St, City Centre) and The Cambridge Chop House (1 Kings Parade) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Orator (The Orator Round Church Street) and The Willow Tree (29 High Street Bourn) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cambridge.
When to visit Cambridge
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cambridge in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 53 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Cambridge, with an average rainfall of 33 mm.
How to Get to Cambridge
Plane
When flying to Cambridge, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cambridge from Ireland departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 1h 30m.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cambridge, followed by Train. The train journey from Cambridge to Coventry takes 1h 34m and costs around €19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about €29 for a 1h 34m trip. Located 1.6 km from the city centre, Cambridge Station is the busiest station in Cambridge. Another popular train station is Cambridge Waterbeach, located 8 km from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Cambridge is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 80 km from Cambridge. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cambridge, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Cambridge takes 217 km and will cost you around €4. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about €9 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride, located 4 km from the city centre of Cambridge. Cambridge Fair Street is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 km from the city centre.
Airports near Cambridge
Airlines serving Cambridge
Where to stay in Cambridge
Average rates range from around €121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €142 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Yha Cambridge and Shelford Lodge.
Where to stay in popular areas of Cambridge
Most booked hotels in Cambridge
Hiring a car in Cambridge
Hiring a car in Cambridge costs €22 per day, on average.
Expect to pay €1.73 per litre in Cambridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.76 and €27.68. The most frequently booked car type in Cambridge is Compact (Seat Leon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.