Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€17

Fastest journey

1 h 17 m

Average duration

1 h 17 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Bury Saint Edmunds for Cambridge on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Abellio Greater Anglia
07:15AM1h17
Bury Saint Edmunds
08:32AMCambridge
€171One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 41 km

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€7

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Cheapest

€17

Average price

1h 33m

Average total duration

1h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

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30m

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Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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greater_anglia7:15 AM Bury Saint Edmunds
1h17
8:32 AM Cambridge0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

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Buses from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 41 km distance in 1h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
41 km
Average bus duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
05:05
Last bus
23:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Stephensons of Essex, Mulleys Motorways from Bury Saint Edmunds to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge with National Express, Stephensons of Essex, Mulleys Motorways for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Stephensons of Essex

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
€7
Stephensons of Essex frequency
15 a day

Mulleys Motorways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Mulleys Motorways frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge is €17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge coach travel time is 1 h 15 min   for the 40 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge leaves at 05: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge leaves at 23: 20.
There are 5 coaches a day from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge which require at least one change with National Express, Mulleys Motorways or Stephensons of Essex. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge, you can count on National Express, Mulleys Motorways or Stephensons of Essex for the best way to get you to Cambridge. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Cambridge from Bury Saint Edmunds is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bury Saint Edmunds to Cambridge.

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