Bus Tickets from London to Cambridge

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Next departures for London to Cambridge on October 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)Cheapest
Flixbus
London Stratford City Bus Station
Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)Fastest
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
City CentreNo tags
Flixbus
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)No tags
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
City CentreNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Cambridge

Average PriceUS$10 - US$97Average Duration2h 40m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average PriceUS$12 - US$74Average Duration1h 8m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$7 - US$13Average Duration1h 20m
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from London to Cambridge

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1h 20mAverage Duration
US$7Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Cambridge: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$13
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 40m
Number of daily buses49
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance114 km
Latest bus departure11:40pm

London to Cambridge Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from London to Cambridge.

Bus service from London to Cambridge will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cambridge from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Cambridge

  1. What is the distance between London and Cambridge?

    It's about 79 km (49 miles) from London to Cambridge.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from London to Cambridge?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Victoria Coach Station, in London, and end it at City Centre, in Cambridge.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09-28
US$9
09-29
US$9
Today
US$10
10-01
US$9
10-02
US$9
10-03
US$9
10-04
US$10
10-05
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Cambridge was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$61 for a bus ticket from London to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9 which is on 2025-10-02.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from London to Cambridge but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from London to Cambridge, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Cambridge.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to London by bus?

Bus from Cambridge to London

You can also go to Cambridge by train

Train from London to Cambridge

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