Manchester to Cambridge bus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for May 19

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$65

Fastest journey

7 h 40 m

Average duration

8 h 3 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Cambridge will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast buses

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

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
02:20PM8h35
Manchester
10:55PMCambridge
$331One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
02:50PM8h05
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
10:55PMCambridge
$341One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX777
11:30AM7h40
Manchester, Coach Station
07:10PMCambridge
$411One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
02:50AM8h10
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
11:00AMCambridge
$571One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX540 · NXA8 · NX727
04:45PM9h00
Manchester, Coach Station
01:45AMCambridge
$611One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. 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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Most popular
Train

€36

Average price

Cheapest

€101

Average price

8h 35m

Average duration

8h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 10m

Average duration

Fastest

4h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Manchester to Cambridge bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, May 18
Last updated at 5:11 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX540 · NXA7 · NX727
Delayed
10:00 AM 5:35 AMManchester, Coach Station
8h50
2:25 PM Cambridge
2 transfers
national_expressNX540 · NX737 · NX7278:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station
7h25
3:55 PM Cambridge2 transfers
national_expressNX121 · NX777
Delayed
8:20 PM 10:30 AMManchester, Coach Station
7h20
5:50 PM Cambridge
1 transfer
national_expressNX540 · NX737 · NX72710:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station
7h50
6:35 PM Cambridge2 transfers
national_expressNX540 · NXA7 · NX727
On time
11:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station
8h55
8:40 PM Cambridge
2 transfers
national_expressNX540 · NX737 · NX7271:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station
9h05
10:35 PM Cambridge2 transfers
national_expressNX540 · NX777 · NX7273:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station
9h00
12:45 AM Cambridge2 transfers
national_expressNX540 · NX737 · NX7273:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station
9h00
12:45 AM Cambridge2 transfers
national_expressNX422 · NX737 · NX72810:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station
11h55
10:35 AM Cambridge2 transfers
Monday, May 19
national_expressNX421 · NX737 · NX7281:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station
8h50
10:35 AM Cambridge2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
8h10
10:00 AM Cambridge1 transfer
national_expressNX540 · NX737 · NX7274:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station
9h10
1:25 PM Cambridge2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Cambridge

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Buses from Manchester to Cambridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) 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
131 miles (212 km)
Average bus duration
8h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$17 (€14)
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
5h 48m
First bus
02:45
Last bus
23:40
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, FlixBus and Megabus from Manchester to Cambridge

Find the best buses between Manchester and Cambridge with Omio's travel partners National Express, FlixBus and Megabus from $15 (€12). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Manchester - Cambridge bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Manchester to Cambridge bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $35

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Cambridge

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Cambridge

Manchester
Cambridge
The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Airport for your trip from Manchester to Cambridge.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
The major bus station for arrivals in Cambridge is Cambridge, Fair Street / Maids Causeway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge, Fair Street / Maids Causeway for your trip to Cambridge from Manchester.
Cambridge, Fair Street / Maids Causeway

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