Public Transport

There are many different public transport options in and around the Saffron Walden area, click below to find out more;

[su_spoiler title=”Bus Travel” style=”fancy”]Your nearest bus stops are located along Radwinter Road close to the Tesco Superstore. Central Connect operates the most frequent services through these stops to places such as Audley End, Haverhill, Stansted Airport and Bishops Stortford. You may take bus service 316, taking you to Stansted airport or if you are looking to go to Audley End Railway Station, you may take bus service 319, 320 or 321, all running hourly. In general, bus services run hourly along Radwinter Road. For local bus timetables, please go on the Central Connect website or Traveline for the most updated bus service information. [/su_spoiler]

[su_spoiler title=”Park & Ride” style=”fancy”]If you’re travelling into Cambridge, why not catch the Park & Ride instead? There are two locations within a 30-minute drive from Saffron View, either; Babraham Road or alternatively Trumpington Park & Ride. You can also use these services on the weekend for leisure trips into the city. Find out more; CambridgeParkandRide.info[/su_spoiler]

[su_spoiler title=”Train Travel from Audley End” style=”fancy”]The nearest train station to Saffron View is located in Audley End (approximately a 20-minute cycle ride). Audley End station is operated by Greater Anglia and offers direct services to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street. Travelling by train is a great option if commuting to Cambridge and discounts are available when purchasing season tickets (either weekly, monthly or annual). The train station provides over 675 car parking spaces for those that wish to drive there and there are also discounts available for car parking season tickets. Alternatively, you will find 86 sheltered bicycle storage spaces (covered by CCTV). You can also take bikes on the train – click here for more information. [/su_spoiler]

[su_spoiler title=”Railcards” style=”fancy”]Railcards are a great way to easily save money on the cost of train travel – particularly for leisure purposes – with up to 1/3 off! With a variety of cards available such as; 16-19 Railcard, Disabled Persons Railcard, Two Together Railcard and Senior Railcard. Visit the Railcard.co.uk website to find out more information and how to apply. Also, keep up to date with their special offers on X.com [/su_spoiler]

[su_spoiler title=”PlusBus” style=”fancy”]If travelling to Cambridge by train, why not add PlusBus to your ticket? For an additional small charge, per day you can have unlimited bus travel around Cambridge! PlusBus is available in many other cities too including Bishops Stortford, Colchester and Ely. Find out more: PlusBus.info.[/su_spoiler]