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Today1 Aug
from US$70
Tomorrow2 Aug
from US$34
Sun3 Aug
from US$26
Mon4 Aug
from US$24
Tue5 Aug
from US$24
Wed6 Aug
from US$24
Thu7 Aug
from US$24
Fri8 Aug
from US$24

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Airport - BHX
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cambridge to Birmingham

Bus
Average priceUS$17 - US$67Average duration6h 15m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$35 - US$130Average duration2h 38m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$18Average duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cambridge to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$14Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cambridge to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25
Average bus trip duration6h 15m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance88 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Cambridge to Birmingham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cambridge - Birmingham

  1. What's the distance between Cambridge and Birmingham by coach?

    The distance between Cambridge and Birmingham by coach is approximately 88 miles (141 km).

  2. How can I get from Cambridge to Birmingham without driving?

    You can travel to Birmingham from Cambridge by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/07
US$40
31/07
US$27
Today
US$29
02/08
US$30
03/08
US$24
04/08
US$22
05/08
US$21
06/08
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Birmingham was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-08-05.

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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cambridge and Birmingham!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cambridge to Birmingham, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cambridge to Birmingham will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Cambridge to Birmingham

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Train from Cambridge to Birmingham

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