The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Cambridge will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 23 buses that leave Luton for Cambridge on Tue, Aug 25, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
FlixBus8:40 AM1h20Luton10:00 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:05 PM1h15Luton8:20 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM1h15Luton11:35 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 AM1h15Luton8:10 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:40 AM1h20Luton12:00 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:05 PM1h15Luton8:20 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM1h15Luton11:35 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 AM1h15Luton8:10 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€91One-way0 transfers
NX7861:20 AM1h15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station2:35 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€371One-way0 transfers
NX7864:30 AM1h15Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station5:45 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)€371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Luton to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Cambridge buses for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX737 · NX777 | 5:50 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h55 | 9:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX777 | 6:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h35 | 9:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Luton | 1h15 | 8:10 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX786 | 8:00 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 2h25 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Luton | 1h20 | 10:00 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX786 | 9:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX786 | 10:05 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h55 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Luton | 1h20 | 12:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX786 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h20 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX727 | 1:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h50 | 5:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX727 | 1:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h30 | 5:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX786 | 3:40 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h15 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX786 | 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX786 | 6:35 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h50 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Luton | 1h15 | 8:20 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Luton | 1h20 | 9:30 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX727 | 8:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 5h00 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX777 | 8:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 5h00 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX786 | 9:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Luton | 1h15 | 11:35 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX786 | 1:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 2:35 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX786 | 2:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h10 | 5:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX786 | 4:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h15 | 5:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Cambridge
Buses from Luton to Cambridge run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 51 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Luton to Cambridge with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Luton to Cambridge
Most Luton to Cambridge buses use the Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station to Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Cambridge bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do buses to Cambridge leave from?
Getting to Luton, Station Interchange from Luton city centre
Luton, Station Interchange bus station facilities and services
Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.
Getting to Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) from Luton city centre
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) bus station facilities and services
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.
Getting to Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) from Cambridge city centre
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