4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Luton Airport to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Luton Airport 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 Luton Airport to Cambridge will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 8 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Cambridge on Wed, Mar 18, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 49 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 15 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 49 km
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Luton Airport to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Cambridge buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX786 | Delayed 9:05 AM 1:20 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:25 AM 10:25 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | Delayed 9:05 AM 4:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:25 AM 10:25 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 9:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 9:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
| NX786 | Delayed 4:00 AM 1:20 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 2:50 AM 2:50 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 4:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 5:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 9:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX786 | On time 9:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Cambridge
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Buses from London Luton Airport to Cambridge run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 49 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 06:10 |
Last bus 21:10 |
Bus providers: National Express, Green Line, Stagecoach East, Arriva UK from London Luton Airport to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Cambridge with National Express, Green Line, Stagecoach East, Arriva UK for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Luton Airport to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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