How to get from Mepal to Cottenham by bus and train?

Mepal to Cottenham - Bus Timetable

The ELY ZIPPER 2 bus from Mepal to Cottenham runs from 05:38 to 16:50, with departures every 1 hr-2 hr 10 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 6 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Mepal to Cottenham by bus and train

To get from Mepal to Cottenham in East Anglia, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the ELY ZIPPER 2 bus from Iretons Way, Mepal station to Tesco, Ely station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT NORTHERN train and finally take the B bus from The Busway Cambridge North, Cambridge station to The Busway Oakington, Oakington station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Mepal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cottenham on the Moovit app.

126min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ELY ZIPPER 2ELY ZIPPER 2
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Bus - BB
Walk to Cottenham
Leaves from Iretons Way, Mepal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Iretons Way, Mepal
    ID CMBGMPDA
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - ELY ZIPPER 2ELY ZIPPER 2
    Wait for bus
    ELY ZIPPER 2
    Ely
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tesco, Ely
    ID CMBDGPAM
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ely
    290 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERNGREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    London Kings Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cambridge North
    ID CMB
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Busway Cambridge North, Cambridge
    ID CMBGMPWG
    420 m • 8 min
  • 8
    Bus - BB
    Wait for bus
    B
    Hinchingbrooke Park
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Busway Oakington, Oakington
    ID CMBGJWGD
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Cottenham
    Walk to
    Cottenham
    3.77 km • 48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Mepal to Cottenham

The distance between Mepal, East Anglia and Cottenham, East Anglia is approximately 48.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mepal to Cottenham by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Anglia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Mepal to Cottenham

To check the bus and train timetable from Mepal to Cottenham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mepal) and destination (Cottenham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mepal to Cottenham?

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Bus line ELY ZIPPER 2, Train line GREAT NORTHERN, Bus line B.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mepal and Cottenham in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mepal to Cottenham in East Anglia?

    The ELY ZIPPER 2 bus line goes from Iretons Way, Mepal station near Mepal to Tesco, Ely station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Tesco, Ely station near Cottenham in East Anglia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mepal to Cottenham in East Anglia by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Mepal and Cottenham in East Anglia by bus and train is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mepal to get to Cottenham in East Anglia?

    Get on the ELY ZIPPER 2 bus from the Iretons Way, Mepal stop near Mepal in East Anglia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Mepal and Cottenham in East Anglia?

    Get off the bus at the Tesco, Ely stop, which is closest to Cottenham in East Anglia.

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