What is the travel distance from Reading to Cambridge?

Reading and Cambridge are 70 miles (112 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Reading to Cambridge start their journey at Mereoak P&R and wind up at City Centre. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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 Imperial War Museum Duxford, Ruskin Gallery, King's College Chapel, University Of Cambridge and Footlights Performance.

Bus Reading to Cambridge from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Reading to Cambridge on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:45am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 30m	11:15am	City Centre	Cheapest
	Bus	4:45am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 10m	10:55am	Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)	Fastest

Next departures for Reading to Cambridge on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:45am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 10m	10:55am	Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:45am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 30m	11:15am	City Centre	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Reading to Cambridge

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 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

71 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $23	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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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.

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Where are the popular stops in Reading and Cambridge?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

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 Reading to Cambridge by bus

What is the travel distance from Reading to Cambridge?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading 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

11/13

$17

11/14

$21

Today

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11/16

$24

11/17

$14

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11/19

$13

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The cheapest trip from Reading to Cambridge was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $25 for a bus ticket from Reading to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-19.