Travel

Attendees are responsible for making their own travel arrangements for the conference. No refunds can be given for late or non-attendance at the conference so it is advisable to plan your journey carefully, allowing plenty of time in case of delay.

Getting to Cambridge

Cambridge is a relatively small city situated in the East Anglia region of England, roughly 70 miles (112 km) north of London. Public transport links to Cambridge are good, with regular train, coach and bus services all serving the city. Trains from London’s King’s Cross and Liverpool Street stations take between 50mins and 1hr 20 mins. A direct train link also operates to Stansted Airport. There are coach/bus services between various London Airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted) to Cambridge although routes using a combination of train services and the London Underground are also worth considering. Connections from Eurostar services have also been facilitated by the recent developments to St Pancras and King’s Cross Stations.

Visas

Some conference delegates may require a visa to enter the United Kingdom. Full information on UK entry requirements, Visas and how to apply for one, is available on the UK Border Agency website.  Visa applications are usually handled by the nearest consular office and processing times vary.  Participants are advised to check their visa status as soon as possible and follow the guidance provided by the relevant authority.  Unfortunately, the conference organisers are unable to assist participants with visa applications.

UK Border Agency »

Getting around Cambridge

The official University of Cambridge Map is an excellent tool for navigating around the city and its surrounds.  It shows the location of all the university and college buildings in and around the city and has a comprehensive street index.  The tourist information website visitcambridge.org also has a useful section on travel in and around Cambridge.

Cambridge Railway Station is situated approximately one mile from the city centre and about two miles from the conference venues (about 35 mins walk), which lie on the west side of the city.  Unfortunately there is no direct bus route from the railway station to the conference venues. Local buses run regularly from the railway station to city centre and a taxi rank is conveniently located just outside the station entrance.  

Cambridge Bus Station is located on Drummer Street in the centre of the city, roughly 20 mins walk or a short taxi journey from the conference venues.  Another taxi rank is located there for onward local travel.

Two types of Licensed taxi operate in Cambridge: licensed ‘Cambridge Hackney Carriages’ are available from taxi ranks located around the city and can be hailed in the street;  licensed Private Hire taxis can only be booked in advance.  Information on taxis, including telephone numbers for bookings, can be found on the University of Cambridge website. 

• Conference Location Map (pdf)
• University webpages:
  University Map »
  Conference Venues »
  Licensed Taxi information »
• Visitcambridge.org »
• WalkIt Cambridge »
  

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