London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€36

Average price

€42

Fastest journey

2 h 35 m

Average duration

2 h 41 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNXA8 · NX491
01:35PM3h30
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
05:05PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
361One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX727
11:10PM2h35
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
01:45AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
361One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX777
11:10PM2h35
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
01:45AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
371One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX727
08:42PM2h53
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
11:35PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
441One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX728
08:45AM2h50
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
11:35AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
441One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €19.

Distance: 77 km

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Train

€30

Average price

€22

Average price

Cheapest

2h 42m

Average total duration

2h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 21m

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30m

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Live departures

London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:05 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express10:15 PM London Liverpool Street (LST)
2h30
12:45 AM Cambridge0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
national_expressNXA8 · NX7777:10 AM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
2h35
9:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 transfer
national_expressNXA8 · NX7288:45 AM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
2h50
11:35 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 transfer
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
Delayed
1:45 PM 10:25 AMLondon, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
3h00
1:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 transfer
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
Delayed
1:45 PM 12:25 PMLondon, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
3h00
3:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 transfer
national_expressNXA8 · NX491
On time
1:35 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
3h30
5:05 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 transfer
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
On time
2:25 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
2h50
5:15 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge

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Buses from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €5 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 05:06, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 77 km distance in 2h 13m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €5
Distance
77 km
Average bus duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
2h 13m
First bus
05:06
Last bus
23:15
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €5

Bus providers: National Express from London Liverpool Street (LST) to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge with National Express for as low as €5. 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
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
€23
National Express frequency
8 a day
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.

FAQs: Bus from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge is 2h 13m to travel the 77 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge leaves at 5:06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge leaves at 11:15 PM.
There are 10 coaches a day from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Cambridge. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Liverpool Street (LST) and Cambridge and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Cambridge from London Liverpool Street (LST) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 13m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Liverpool Street (LST) and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Cambridge with the following coach company: National Express.

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