By Road
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Information and help on travelling by car and coach, both to and around the East of England.
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By Car
The region has a modern and efficient road network - toll-free, clearly signposted and
well-surfaced. Motorways and dual carriageways link the main cities and towns - whilst smaller
country lanes and roads offer a slower pace, taking you deep into the picturesque countryside.
From London and the south - M1, M11, M25, A10, A1(M), A12.
From the north - M1, A1(M), A5, A6, A15, A17.
From the west - A14, A41, A47, A418, A421, A422, A427, A428.
For help in planning journey's by car (including best routes to follow), visit www.transportdirect.info or www.theaa.com
For the latest traffic news, visit www.theaa.com/travelwatch/travel_news.jsp
or www.highways.gov.uk
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By Coach
National Express www.nationalexpress.com
The largest scheduled coach service provider in Europe, with connections to all major cities and towns in the East of England. Many coaches also run direct from Heathrow and Gatwick Airports into the region, alongside a range of services from London Stansted Airport and London Luton Airport. Tel: +44 (0)8717 818178.
Once in the region, local bus companies run services connecting together the main points of interest. For general advice, timetables and help on using public transport in the East of England, contact Traveline on +44 (0)871 200 2233,
or visit www.traveline.org.uk
Special Bus Services
The CoastHopper links King's Lynn and Cromer - and is a great way to see the beautiful North Norfolk coastline. It also helps to reduce traffic in this internationally important environment.
Tel: +44 (0)1553 776980. www.coasthopper.co.uk
The Brecks Bus performs local journeys that the timetabled buses and trains cannot do. It will help you get out into the countryside around Brandon (Suffolk) and Thetford (Norfolk). For information on times, and to book - Tel: +44 (0)1638 608080. www.brecks.org
The CoastLink Bus operates a demand-responsive service along a scenic part of the Suffolk coast. Linking with trains at Darsham station, visitors can reach places such as RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve and Dunwich Heath. Bicycles can be carried. For information on times, and to book - Tel: +44 (0)1728 833526. www.suffolkcoastandheaths.org
The Dedham Vale Hopper Bus operates a circuit from Manningtree railway station (Essex)
stopping at various attractions and local facilities in the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty. Runs from 3 July to 26 September, Monday to Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Tel: +44 (0)1473 264263. www.dedhamvalestourvalley.org
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Mileage Chart
All distances are shown in miles (kilometres are shown in brackets).
Cambridge (central point) to:
Bedford* 29 (47 km)
Birmingham 113 (182 km)
Bristol 171 (275 km)
Cardiff 206 (332 km)
Colchester* 48 (77 km)
Cromer* 88 (142 km)
Dover 121 (195 km)
Edinburgh 336 (541 km)
Felixstowe* 74 (119 km)
Folkestone 129 (208 km)
Gatwick Airport 99 (159 km)
Glasgow 359 (578 km)
Great Yarmouth* 83 (134 km)
Harwich* 67 (108 km)
Heathrow Airport 91 (146 km)
Hull 140 (225 km)
King's Lynn* 44 (71 km)
Ipswich* 59 (95 km)
London 60 (97 km)
Lowestoft* 80 (129 km)
Luton (London Luton Airport)* 37 (60 km)
Manchester 161 (259 km)
Newcastle 233 (375 km)
Norwich (Norwich International Airport)* 63 (101 km)
Peterborough* 38 (61 km)
Plymouth 293 (472 km)
Portsmouth 136 (219 km)
St. Albans* 48 (77 km)
Southend-on-Sea* 73 (117 km)
Stansted (London Stansted Airport)* 29 (47 km)
York 157 (253 km)
* indicates a destination within the East of England.
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