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North Petherton to Cambridge Bus Schedule
Bus from North Petherton to Cambridge: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from North Petherton to Cambridge. Traveling by bus from North Petherton to Cambridge usually takes around 7 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 155 mi (250 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $79.36 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from North Petherton to Cambridge?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from North Petherton to Cambridge. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 7h 55m | $89.60 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from North Petherton to Cambridge
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 155 miles from North Petherton to Cambridge. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from North Petherton to Cambridge, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
North Petherton
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Link to image attributionLocated on the eastern foothills of the Quantocks, North Petherton is a small town in the county of Somerset. Before becoming a town, North Petherton was known for being the largest village in England. Despite its small stature, the town has been a significant settlement throughout English history since the Saxon era.
The Bridgewater and Taunton Canal runs through the small town, offering tranquil walks along the towpath and opportunities to see much of the local wildlife. This path also features part of the Somerset Space Walk: a route with sculptures of the planets displayed in proportion to their size and distance from each other. Find the sun at Maunsel Lock Canal Centre, where there is also information on the canal's several locks, as well as a tea shop and boat launch.
North Petherton is most easily reached via car, with it being located just off the M5 motorway. However, travelers can also reach the town via rail as it is only 3 miles from Bridgewater Railway Station. Megabus UK and FlixBus buses can transport you from the station to North Petherton or neighboring towns.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in North Petherton?
Main departure station: North Petherton Verriers Bus Stop
Most buses depart from the main station in North Petherton.
All bus stations in North Petherton:
North Petherton Verriers Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Trumpington Park & Ride
All buses from North Petherton arrive at one main station in Cambridge.
All bus stations in Cambridge:
Trumpington Park & Ride
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