How to travel from Brighton to Cambridge

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Compare train and bus for Brighton to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 95 miles (154 km)

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Driving

€35

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€39

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 46m

Average total duration

4h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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CO2 emissions

Thameslink

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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

The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Cambridge is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Cambridge:

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Cambridge costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton to Cambridge among Omio's users.

Travel options
from Brighton to Cambridge

How to get from Brighton to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Brighton to Cambridge is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 AM3h45
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    12:10 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 AM3h45
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    12:10 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ThameslinkW45479
    9:14 AM2h21
    Brighton station (BTN)
    11:35 AMCambridge South
    281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ThameslinkW45493
    10:14 AM2h21
    Brighton station (BTN)
    12:35 PMCambridge South
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW45428
    9:44 AM2h21
    Brighton station (BTN)
    12:05 PMCambridge South
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • ThameslinkW45434
    11:44 AM2h21
    Brighton station (BTN)
    2:05 PMCambridge South
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM3h55
    Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    12:10 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 PM4h05
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    6:05 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 PM4h20
    Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    6:05 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
    111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Brighton to Cambridge

Travel to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Cambridge.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brighton and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Cambridge is a bus with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Cambridge:

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Cambridge costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 16m.

The distance from Brighton to Cambridge is approximately 95 miles (154 km).
The average frequency per day from Brighton to Cambridge is:
  • Around 24 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brighton and Cambridge as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brighton to Cambridge:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brighton station (BTN) and arrive in Cambridge station (CBG).
  • Buses mostly depart from Brighton, Preston Circus and arrive in Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brighton to Cambridge, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Thameslink, Southern, Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Southern to go to Cambridge by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Cambridge by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brighton to Cambridge with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Thameslink.
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Brighton to Cambridge often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Kings Cross (KGX), Oxford, London Stansted Airport, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cambridge and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cambridge to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square, or attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour. Don't miss the stunning King's College Chapel, the art-filled Fitzwilliam Museum, the picturesque Backs, the historic Trinity College, and the tranquil Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
For a fulfilling experience in Cambridge, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its historic colleges, museums, and the picturesque River Cam.

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