How to get from Grantchester to Needham by bus and train?

Grantchester to Needham - Bus Timetable

The 18 bus from Grantchester to Needham runs from 07:45 to 18:34, with departures every 5 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 4 hr 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Grantchester to Needham by bus and train

To get from Grantchester to Needham in East Anglia, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 18 bus from Burnt Close, Grantchester station to Botanic Gardens, Cambridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREATER ANGLIA train and finally take the 36A bus from Castle Meadow, Norwich City Centre station to Sancroft Academy, Harleston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Grantchester may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Needham on the Moovit app.

271min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Bus - 36A36A
Walk to Needham
Leaves from Burnt Close, Grantchester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Burnt Close, Grantchester
    ID CMBDWJTW
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Cambridge
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Botanic Gardens, Cambridge
    ID CMBDADPT
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cambridge
    400 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - GREATER ANGLIAGREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    Norwich
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Norwich
    76 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Castle Meadow, Norwich City Centre
    ID NFODMPMW
    770 m • 11 min
  • 8
    Bus - 36A36A
    Wait for bus
    36A
    Harleston
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sancroft Academy, Harleston
    ID NFODPTPJ
    54 min
  • 10
    Walk to Needham
    Walk to
    Needham
    1.12 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Grantchester to Needham

The distance between Grantchester, East Anglia and Needham, East Anglia is approximately 151.54 km, which can typically be travelled in 271 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grantchester to Needham 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 Grantchester to Needham

To check the bus and train timetable from Grantchester to Needham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grantchester) and destination (Needham), 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 Grantchester to Needham?

    The fastest way takes 271 minutes, using Bus line 18, Train line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line 36A.

  • Is there a direct bus between Grantchester and Needham in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Grantchester to Needham in East Anglia?

    The 18 bus line goes from Burnt Close, Grantchester station near Grantchester to Botanic Gardens, Cambridge station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Botanic Gardens, Cambridge station near Needham in East Anglia.

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

    The total travel time between Grantchester and Needham in East Anglia by bus and train is about 4 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Grantchester to get to Needham in East Anglia?

    Get on the 18 bus from the Burnt Close, Grantchester stop near Grantchester in East Anglia.

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

    Get off the bus at the Botanic Gardens, Cambridge stop, which is closest to Needham in East Anglia.

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