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Cheap bus tickets from Cambridge to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 02

Cheapest

€6

Average

€7

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

07:15AM1h55

Cambridge

09:10AMLondon

€61One-way

0 transfers

07:15AM2h30

Cambridge

09:45AMLondon

€61One-way

0 transfers

04:00PM2h55

Cambridge

06:55PMLondon

€71One-way

0 transfers

04:00PM2h20

Cambridge

06:20PMLondon

€71One-way

0 transfers

08:30AM2h40

Cambridge

11:10AMLondon

€91One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Cambridge to London

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, December 2

National Express

01:35AM4h05

Cambridge

05:40AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

02:30AM3h20

Cambridge

05:50AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

02:30AM3h20

Cambridge

05:50AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

04:05AM2h52

Cambridge

06:57AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

05:25AM3h15

Cambridge

08:40AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

06:05AM2h55

Cambridge

09:00AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

08:00AM3h45

Cambridge

11:45AMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

09:20AM3h25

Cambridge

12:45PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

12:15PM3h05

Cambridge

03:20PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

01:55PM3h10

Cambridge

05:05PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

04:15PM3h30

Cambridge

07:45PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

05:00PM3h00

Cambridge

08:00PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

06:15PM3h25

Cambridge

09:40PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

06:45PM3h20

Cambridge

10:05PMLondon

1 transfer

National Express

07:35PM3h20

Cambridge

10:55PMLondon

1 transfer

Megabus

08:45PM7h55

Cambridge

04:40AMLondon

1 transfer

Megabus

08:45PM7h15

Cambridge

04:00AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3

1 transfer

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Bus times from Cambridge to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 02

Fastest Journey

2 h 52 m

Average

3 h 49 m

Buses per day

Distance

79 km

It's difficult to get from Cambridge to London without transferring at least once.

04:05AM2h52

Cambridge

06:57AMLondon

€501One-way

1 transfer

06:05AM2h55

Cambridge

09:00AMLondon

€471One-way

1 transfer

05:00PM3h00

Cambridge

08:00PMLondon

€501One-way

1 transfer

12:15PM3h05

Cambridge

03:20PMLondon

€521One-way

1 transfer

01:55PM3h10

Cambridge

05:05PMLondon

€511One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Cambridge to London

Distance	48 miles (78 km)
Average bus duration	2 h 20 min
Average bus ticket price	$11 (€10)
Bus frequency	2 a day
Direct bus	Yes
Bus companies	Megabus, National Express, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, FlixBus or Great Northern

Buses from Cambridge to London cover the 48 miles (78 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 20 min with our travel partners like Megabus, National Express, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, FlixBus or Great Northern. Normally, there are 2 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $11 (€10), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $5 (€4). Travelers depart most frequently from Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus and Abellio Greater Anglia from Cambridge to London

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

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

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 to London from Cambridge, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Cambridge to London bus information:

Average Duration: 2 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: $5
FlixBus frequency: 2 a day

Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Buses from Cambridge to London

The English city of Cambridge is best known for its university of the same name, which is famous all over the world. However, the city also has a lot to offer in other respects, which is why more and more England holidaymakers are making the trip to Cambridge. For the approximately 80 kilometres long route to the capital there are many daily connections for the bus Cambridge - London. From early in the morning until late into the night there are buses between the two cities.

Which bus companies operate from Cambridge to London?

The Cambridge - London bus service is operated entirely by the English bus company National Express. The bus company was founded in 1972 as the National Bus Company. Today they are one of the largest operators of buses in Europe, with services in England, Spain, Malta and Germany. In England, they provide bus services between all major cities.

How long does the bus ride from Cambridge to London take?

The direct bus journey from Cambridge to London takes between 2 and 3 hours, depending on traffic. In the mornings and evenings it usually takes a little longer due to rush hour traffic. National Express also offers connections with a stopover at London Stansted or Heathrow airports. In this case the journey takes between 3 and 4 hours.

How often can I take the long distance bus from Cambridge to London?

The first buses usually leave Cambridge very early in the morning (from 2:00 am). From there buses run hourly into the night. So travellers can find a bus from Cambridge to London at any time of the day. In total, there are about 10 to 20 buses daily on this route.

Cambridge - London bus stations?

At which bus station does the bus depart from Cambridge? The journey from Cambridge to London begins at the Cambridge Parkside bus stop, right in the centre of the city and on the edge of Parker's Piece. This makes it very easy to get to the station on foot or by taxi from downtown. The bus stop is not a bus station, so travellers should try not to arrive too early. If you still have some time to kill, you can wait in the Stadtpark.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in London? The Cambridge bus arrives in London at the Victoria Coach Station. This is very conveniently located in the city centre. The Victoria Station can be reached on foot in a few minutes. From here trains run to every major city in England. London can also be reached by underground from here. There are numerous restaurants and shopping facilities near the bus station.

FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to London

FAQs: Take the bus from Cambridge to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to London.

Cheap bus tickets from Cambridge to London can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cambridge to London is $11 (€10); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Cambridge to London is 2 h 20 min to travel the 48 mile (78 km) long trip, with around there are 2 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Cambridge to London leaves at 5: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Cambridge to London leaves at 10: 50 PM.

There are 2 buses a day from Cambridge to London which require at least one change with Megabus, National Express, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, FlixBus or Great Northern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from Cambridge to London, you can count on Megabus, National Express, Thameslink, Greater Anglia, FlixBus or Great Northern for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service from Cambridge to London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

When departing from Cambridge, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), Cambridge, Fair Street / Maids Causeway and Cambridge, Jesus College. When arriving in London, you can end your route in bus stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and London, Golders Green Station.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Cambridge is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Cambridge to London is May.

Yes, you can take a bus from Cambridge to London.

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