- Must visit
The Fitzwilliam Museum
The University of Cambridge’s flagship museum, known for major collections of art, antiquities, and manuscripts. A top cultural stop with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Cambridge will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 26 buses that leave Norwich for Cambridge on Sun, Jun 21, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Cambridge:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Cambridge costing on average $30 (€25).
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
Tickets start at around $20 (€17) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 2h 31m versus 1h 25m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus.
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 12:25AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:13AM | Duration 2h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 2h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:13PM | Duration 2h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 10:27AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:13PM | Duration 2h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Cambridge buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:45 AM Norwich | 2h00 | 12:45 PM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Norwich | 2h00 | 1:45 PM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Norwich | 7h20 | 9:50 PM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 PM Norwich | 1h50 | 12:25 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:25 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1h50 | 2:15 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 1h40 | 2:15 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 1:50 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1h50 | 3:40 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1h50 | 3:50 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 1h40 | 3:50 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Norwich to Cambridge run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:17, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:17 AM |
Last bus 11:47 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.
The University of Cambridge’s flagship museum, known for major collections of art, antiquities, and manuscripts. A top cultural stop with free permanent galleries.
A renowned modern and contemporary art house museum with intimate displays and a distinctive domestic setting. One of Cambridge’s most characterful art venues.
University museum with important world archaeology and anthropology collections, including Pacific, African, and British material. Excellent for a deeper academic side of Cambridge.
The city’s most famous street, lined with historic college architecture and classic views of King’s College Chapel. Essential for first-time visitors.
A celebrated walking area with riverside paths and some of the city’s most iconic college views. Especially beautiful in spring and autumn.
The busy historic center of Cambridge, surrounded by major sights and a long-running market tradition. Good for atmosphere and people-watching.
A sticky spiced currant bun strongly associated with Cambridge through Fitzbillies, a long-standing local bakery and tea room.
Traditional local pork sausages, often served with mash or in breakfast plates, reflecting the county’s farming heritage.
A classic English Sunday roast commonly enjoyed in Cambridge pubs, with roasted beef, gravy, vegetables, and Yorkshire pudding.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant on the River Cam, known for refined modern British tasting menus and polished service.
A well-regarded independent restaurant serving seasonal modern British cuisine in an intimate, elegant townhouse setting.
A historic Cambridge pub famous for classic British food, ales, and its longstanding connection to the city’s academic history.
Costs are high by UK standards, especially for hotels and dining in the centre, though markets and pubs offer cheaper options.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, though small change is appreciated.
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Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) -> Cambridge Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Cambridge buses use the Norwich, Bus Station to Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Cambridge bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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