How to travel from London to Cambridge

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Travel Information to Cambridge from London

distanceDistance48 miles (78 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain or bus
priceTicket price range$11 - $16
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $11 (€9) • 1 h 23 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $16 (€14) • 1 h 5 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus or Abellio Greater Anglia

Travel 48 miles (78 km) by train or bus to Cambridge from London. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus or Abellio Greater Anglia among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from London to Cambridge.

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from London to Cambridge

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

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

FlixBusFlixBus
01:10PM2h25
London
03:35PMCambridge
$111One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBusFlixBus
01:15AM1h40
London
02:55AMCambridge
$71One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Abellio Greater AngliaG28172
09:58AM1h10
London Liverpool Street (LST)
11:08AMCambridge station (CBG)
$271One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Abellio Greater AngliaG28178
10:28AM1h23
London Liverpool Street (LST)
11:51AMCambridge station (CBG)
$271One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaG28165
09:28AM1h23
London Liverpool Street (LST)
10:51AMCambridge station (CBG)
$271One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaG28153
08:28AM1h30
London Liverpool Street (LST)
09:58AMCambridge North (CMB)
$231One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
12:30PM3h05
London
03:35PMCambridge
$111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:30PM2h25
London
10:55PMCambridge
$111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:05PM1h50
London
10:55PMCambridge
$111One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from London to Cambridge

Traveling from London to Cambridge is popular with travelers in the United Kingdom. There is a fast and direct train service from London to Cambridge, alternatively, visitors can take the bus which is also quick and works out as a more cost effective option. Although it is famous and popular, Cambridge is not the largest of cities, so all major attractions are within walking or cycling distance of the railway station and coach stop. Cambridge is only 100 kilometers from London but has a very different character from the capital.

Trains from London to Cambridge | Buses from London to Cambridge | Return trips from Cambridge to London

London to Cambridge Travel Comparison

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Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€4

1:45 h

1 Week Ahead

trains

€26

0:46 h

1 Day Ahead



What is the best way to travel from London to Cambridge?

Cheapest way to travel from London to Cambridge


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from London to Cambridge. Buses traveling from London to Cambridge depart from London's Victoria coach station and take approximately 1:45 h to arrive at Cambridge's bus station during non-peak hours. During morning and evening rush hour the journey takes approximately 2:25 h. Over 30 buses travel from London to Cambridge everyday with the earliest departing at 4:30 a.m. National Express is the main bus company traveling from London to Cambridge. Bus tickets bought in advance can cost as little as €3 but many buses can be boarded on an ad hoc basis.


Fastest way to travel from London to Cambridge


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Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from London to Cambridge. Trains depart from either London's Kings Cross or Liverpool Street train stations and arrive at Cambridge train station after approximately 45 minutes of traveling. Great Northern operates most trains traveling from London to Cambridge. Up to 12 trains traveling from London to Cambridge depart per hour during peak times with the earliest departing at 8:14 a.m.


Most popular way to travel from London to Cambridge


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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from London to Cambridge. Taking the train is almost an hour faster than traveling from London to Cambridge by bus during a non-peak time. London and Cambridge are located too close together to make flying between these English cities an option.


How to get from London to Cambridge

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from London to Cambridge, 78,88% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from London to Cambridge and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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All travel companies: Bus from London to Cambridge

National Express, Abellio Greater Anglia and Thameslink will get you to Cambridge from London at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best travel times, prices and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance travel company operating over 550 travel per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates travel services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express travel have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most travel come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your travel from London to Cambridge, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

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