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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Cambridge
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Cambridge?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Stops in Cambridge
- A37 Parkside, Cambridge CB1 1PN, UK
- B
Drummer St
19305 Parker St, Cambridge CB1 1NQ, UK - C
Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road
Granta Pl, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1RS, UK - D
Cambridge Parkside
Gonville Pl, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 1NA, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 11953 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $28
FlixBus Cardiff Cambridge recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Cambridge?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Cambridge start from $28. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Cambridge?
The average bus travel time from Cardiff to Cambridge is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 241 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Cambridge route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cardiff to Cambridge?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Cambridge at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Cambridge?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Cambridge generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Cambridge was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Cambridge, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $44 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-01-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to Cambridge?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
