Bristol to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for Apr 30

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$77

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

5 h 27 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

204 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

National ExpressNX100 · NX777
11:50AM7h20
Bristol, Marlborough Street
07:10PMCambridge
$351One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX200 · NX728
04:50AM5h05
Bristol, Marlborough Street
09:55AMCambridge
$781One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX202 · NX728
05:50AM5h45
Bristol, Marlborough Street
11:35AMCambridge
$801One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX200 · NX727
11:00AM6h15
Bristol, Marlborough Street
05:15PMCambridge
$801One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX201 · NX727
06:00PM5h35
Bristol, Marlborough Street
11:35PMCambridge
$801One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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€28

Average price

Cheapest

€98

Average price

7h 38m

Average duration

7h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 21m

Average duration

Fastest

3h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Bristol to Cambridge bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 30
Last updated at 6:18 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX200 · NX7283:50 AM Bristol, Marlborough Street
5h05
8:55 AM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX7284:50 AM Bristol, Marlborough Street
5h45
10:35 AM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX7277:00 AM Bristol, Marlborough Street
5h25
12:25 PM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX7279:00 AM Bristol, Marlborough Street
5h25
2:25 PM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX200 · NX72710:00 AM Bristol, Marlborough Street
6h15
4:15 PM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX100 · NX77710:50 AM Bristol, Marlborough Street
7h20
6:10 PM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX7271:00 PM Bristol, Marlborough Street
6h00
7:00 PM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX200 · NX7272:15 PM Bristol, Marlborough Street
6h25
8:40 PM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX7275:00 PM Bristol, Marlborough Street
5h35
10:35 PM Cambridge1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Bristol to Cambridge

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Buses from Bristol to Cambridge run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
126 miles (204 km)
Average bus duration
7h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$13 (€10)
Buses per day
17
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
4h 35m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
18:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Bristol to Cambridge

You can travel by bus to Cambridge from Bristol with National Express, Megabus and FlixBus for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from Bristol to Cambridge, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bristol to Cambridge bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $17

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