The cheapest and fastest buses from Cambridge to Royston
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cambridge to Royston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cambridge for Royston on Sat, May 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 41 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:29 AM0h41Cambridge9:10 AMBus StationFind prices0 transfers
3:04 PM0h50Cambridge3:54 PMBus StationFind prices0 transfers
5:34 PM0h50Cambridge6:24 PMBus StationFind prices0 transfers
8:29 AM0h41Cambridge9:10 AMBus StationFind prices0 transfers
3:04 PM0h50Cambridge3:54 PMBus StationFind prices0 transfers
5:34 PM0h50Cambridge6:24 PMBus StationFind prices0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge to Royston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Royston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Royston:
A train is $0.74 (€0.60) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cambridge to Royston costing on average $12 (€9).
Other travel options to Royston take longer:
Bus takes on average 41m.
You'll arrive about -1h -9m sooner (41m by bus vs 32m by car) and save roughly $-6.08 (€-4.92) compared to fuel and tolls ($12 (€9) vs $6 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by A2B Bus & Coach (Royston).
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cambridge to Royston Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Great Northern | Departure Time 12:21AM | Arrival Time 01:01AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 08:29AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 10:51AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 12:51PM | Arrival Time 01:41PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 03:04PM | Arrival Time 03:54PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 05:21PM | Arrival Time 06:21PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 05:34PM | Arrival Time 06:24PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 06:57PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Cambridge to Royston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Royston buses for tomorrow, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:29 AM Cambridge | 0h41 | 9:10 AM Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:04 PM Cambridge | 0h50 | 3:54 PM Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:34 PM Cambridge | 0h50 | 6:24 PM Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Royston
Buses from Cambridge to Royston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average bus duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 12:11 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) from Cambridge to RoystonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Royston with A2B Bus & Coach (Royston) for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
A2B Bus & Coach (Royston)
FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to Royston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Royston by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Royston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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