What is the travel distance from Luton to Cambridge?

The distance between the two cities is 32 miles (52 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Cambridge?

The majority of buses traveling from Luton to Cambridge start their journey at London Luton Airport and wind up at City Centre. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cambridge?

Once in Cambridge, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The River Cam, Linton Zoo, University Of Cambridge, Footlights Performance and King's College Chapel.

Bus Luton to Cambridge from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Luton to Cambridge on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 20m	10:20am	City Centre	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 20m	2:00pm	City Centre	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Luton Airport (LTN)	3h 20m	5:15pm	City Centre	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 30m	6:55pm	City Centre	No tags
Bus	9:05pm	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 15m	10:20pm	City Centre	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

31 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $54	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$80 - $130	Average Duration2h 7m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $9	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

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National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 28 reviews, National Express received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $35

National Express Luton Cambridge recent customer reviews

Very good was my experience

Veronica B.

June 18, 2024

Excellent services

Olabisi O.

March 10, 2020

Smooth ride

Stefan Sorin A.

December 11, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,293 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Luton and Cambridge?

Stops in Luton

A - London Luton Airport

B - Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop

C - Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village

D - Lilley

E - Butterfield Business Park

F - Stopsley

Stops in Cambridge

A - City Centre

B - Drummer St

C - Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road

D - Cambridge Parkside

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Luton to Cambridge by bus

What is the travel distance from Luton to Cambridge?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Cambridge?
What are the best sights and things to do 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

11/11

$12

11/12

$12

Today

$12

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$14

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$12

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$12

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$12

11/18

$12

The cheapest trip from Luton to Cambridge was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $56 for a bus ticket from Luton to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-15.

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.