- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$18
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$51
Fastest journey on Sep 15
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
3 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 15
15
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Northampton to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Cambridge will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Northampton to Cambridge without transferring at least once.
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NX707 · NX786
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, while a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Cambridge:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Cambridge costing on average $109 (€88).
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 41m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€47) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.12 (€-30.04). The journey takes 2h 41m versus 1h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:18AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:48AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:58PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:43PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Cambridge buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 4h30 | 8:10 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h55 | 10:00 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 6:15 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 4h10 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 6:18 AM Northampton, Far Cotton | 4h07 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 6:20 AM Northampton, London Road | 4h05 | 10:25 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 8:45 AM Northampton, Town Centre | 5h15 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 8:48 AM Northampton, Far Cotton | 5h12 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 8:50 AM Northampton, London Road | 5h10 | 2:00 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 1:55 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 5h00 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 1:58 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 4h57 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 2:00 PM Northampton, London Road | 4h55 | 6:55 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h25 | 5:40 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 6:40 PM Northampton, Town Centre | 3h45 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 6:43 PM Northampton, Far Cotton | 3h42 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX786 | 6:45 PM Northampton, London Road | 3h40 | 10:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Northampton to Cambridge run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
Major university museum with masterpieces, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand building. A leading cultural highlight in Cambridge.
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Acclaimed anthropology museum displaying world cultures through remarkable objects and thoughtful interpretation. Rich, memorable and family friendly.
The city's most famous riverside walking area, lined with college gardens and views. Classic place for strolling, punting and photography.
Historic central square with market stalls, buskers and everyday city life. A practical and lively base for sightseeing and shopping.
Leafy riverside common ideal for walking, picnics and broad views of the college skyline. Popular with locals and visitors year-round.
A creamy dessert of whipped cream, meringue and raspberry coulis, created at Cambridge’s Trinity College and named after the River Cam.
The Cambridge version of crème brûlée, linked to Trinity College. It has a rich custard base with a hard caramelised sugar top.
Tender local asparagus from the Cambridgeshire fens, prized in spring for its sweetness and freshness, often served simply with butter or eggs.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined British tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in a smart, intimate atmosphere.
Well-known Cambridge pub and dining room offering classic British dishes, cask ales and a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost more in peak season, but dining and local buses are manageable for most tourists.
Service may be included; if not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) -> Cambridge City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Northampton to Cambridge buses use the Northampton, Town Centre to Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Cambridge bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Northampton, Far Cotton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton, Far Cotton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton, Far Cotton. ATMs are available at Northampton, Far Cotton.
Ticket office support is available at Northampton, Far Cotton.
Available at Northampton, Far Cotton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton, Far Cotton: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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