Cambridge, United Kingdom to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

49.4 miles 79.5 km · straight line
58.7 miles actual route 94.4 km · driving distance
1h 31min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to London, United Kingdom is 49.4 miles (79.5 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located SSW of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 58.7 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cambridge, United Kingdom and London, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cambridge, United Kingdom to London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 31min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 49min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 504.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM