Explore the Serene Waters of Cambridge Punting

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from within Cambridgeshire, navigate to Cambridge city centre. Enter the city via the A1303 or A1134, depending on your starting point. Follow signs towards the city centre. Once you reach the roundabout near Parkside, take the first exit onto Parkside and continue straight. After crossing the bridge over the River Cam, take the first left onto Thompsons Lane. The Cambridge Punting landing stage is located at the end of Thompsons Lane, where you will find parking available at the nearby Grand Arcade car park. Note that parking may incur fees, typically around £2.50 per hour.

• Public Transportation - Train

  If you are travelling by train, take a service to Cambridge Railway Station. Upon arriving at the station, exit and walk towards the bus station. Catch the bus number 3 or 7 towards the city centre and disembark at the stop called 'Drummer Street'. From there, it is a 15-minute walk to the Cambridge Punting landing stage. Head east on Drummer Street, then turn left onto St. Andrew's Street. Continue until you reach the River Cam, then take a right onto Thompsons Lane. The landing stage will be at the end of Thompsons Lane.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  If you are in a nearby town, check for local bus services that connect to Cambridge city centre. Look for services that operate to the 'Drummer Street' bus station. Upon arrival, follow the same walking directions as mentioned above – walk east on Drummer Street, left onto St. Andrew's, then right towards Thompsons Lane. Make sure to check bus schedules in advance, as they may vary. Bus fares can range from £2.00 to £5.00 depending on your starting point.