Bus from Birmingham to Cambridge: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Cambridge on March 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
City CentreCheapest
National ExpressBus
Birmingham Airport - BHX
City CentreFastest
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
City CentreNo tags
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)No tags
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
City CentreNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:20 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Cambridge

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
6h 30mAverage Duration
141 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$15 - $120Average Duration6h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$33 - $204Average Duration2h 46m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Cambridge by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge start from $15. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Cambridge is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 141 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cambridge route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cambridge at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    A bus trip from Birmingham to Cambridge generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29875 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Cambridge?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-24
$33
03-25
$34
Today
$29
03-27
$33
03-28
$33
03-29
$33
03-30
$32
03-31
$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cambridge was searched and found on Mar 26, 2026 with a price of $29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $125 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-03-31.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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