4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cambridge to St Albans
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cambridge to St Albans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to St Albans will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge for St Albans on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 1 h 53 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.
9:42 AM1h53Cambridge11:35 AMSt Albans$381One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM1h53Cambridge11:35 AMSt Albans$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge to St Albans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to St Albans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price |
2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to St Albans:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to St Albans costing on average $60 (€48).
Other travel options to St Albans take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
Cambridge to St Albans Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Thameslink | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:27AM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Great Northern | Departure Time 09:42AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Live departures
Cambridge to St Albans bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to St Albans buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:10 AM Cambridge | 2h17 | 10:27 AM St Albans | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to St Albans
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Buses from Cambridge to St Albans run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 53m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to St Albans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to St Albans 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 St Albans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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