The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London 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 to Cambridge will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
It's difficult to get from London to Cambridge without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for London to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 79 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
London to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cambridge buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NXA2 · NX786 | Delayed 9:55 PM 2:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 5:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX786 | Delayed 2:00 PM 7:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX786 | On time 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NXA1 · NX786 | On time 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX786 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:35 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NXA2 · NX786 | On time 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:35 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
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NXA2 · NX786 | 2:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 5:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Cambridge
Buses from London to Cambridge run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 79 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, London Buses from London to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London to Cambridge with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, London Buses for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Cambridge
Cambridge is a famous university city in East Anglia, located in tranquil Fenland country, but also the base for some of the most groundbreaking technological and medical innovation on the planet. With a sizable student population, it's no surprise that there is a frequent London to Cambridge bus service, offering an economical alternative to the train for travel from the capital. There are frequent direct bus services from London Victoria Coach Station seven days a week, with journey times to Cambridge averaging around two hours and 20 minutes. Departure times range from early morning to late at night.
Which bus companies travel from London to Cambridge?
London to Cambridge bus services are provided by National Express, the UK's national bus company. In addition to frequent direct buses to Cambridge, National Express provides some indirect connections from London, requiring one change en route, at Stansted Airport.
How long is the bus from London to Cambridge?
The fastest National Express service on the 49 mile road route north-east to Cambridge is the late night service, taking one hour and 55 minutes to reach the university city. Most direct journeys on this route take from five to 55 minutes longer, depending on departure times. Indirect connections via Stansted Airport take three hours and 20 minutes.
How many buses are there from London to Cambridge?
The National Express London to Cambridge bus timetable has 11 daily direct departures and three or four indirect services via Stansted. The first service is an indirect connection leaving at 5:30 a.m. with departures roughly every 90 minutes throughout the day and evening until the final bus leaves London just before midnight.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Cambridge?
Departure Bus Station: London Victoria Coach Station is located south-west of the city center, with local transport connections provided by Underground trains on three lines from the nearby Tube station, and by city buses stopping on Buckingham Palace Road. Facilities at the station include a left luggage office, ATMs, bakery, coffee kiosk, cafe and taxi stands.
Arrival Bus Station: Cambridge Parkside National Express bus stands are located close to the city center, served by local buses and Guided Busway services. The bus stands are close to bars, food supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries, with free public WiFi available.
FAQs: Bus from London to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Cambridge
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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