Cambridge to London Bus

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Date Tomorrow
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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ ₹910.26 £7.12
  • Average duration 2h 48m
  • Connections per day 61
  • Distance 78 km
  • CO₂ per person 7 kg

bus from Cambridge to London

The journey from Cambridge to London is about 78 km. On average a bus trip takes 2h 48m with 61 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ ₹910.26 £7.12
Trip duration 2h 48m
Connections per day 61
Lowest price ≈ ₹910.26 £7.12
Highest price ≈ ₹7,349.82 £57.49
First departure 01:35 AM
Last departure 10:35 PM
Distance 78 km
Departure Cambridge
Arrival London
Travel operator National Express, Flixbus
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How much does it cost to get from Cambridge to London by bus?

Prices will vary when you travel from Cambridge to London. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ ₹3,725.41 (£29.14) for a bus ticket. You can find bus tickets for prices as low as ≈ ₹910.26 (£7.12), but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper bus tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest bus tickets.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Cambridge to London. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ ₹3,725.41 (£29.14) for a bus ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper bus tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest bus tickets.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to London by bus?

The distance between Cambridge to London is approximately 78 km. In general, it will take you about 2h 48m to complete the journey between the two cities. However, it is important to remember that journey times may vary according to a number of factors, including seasonal weather conditions, local events or diversions, and the type of terrain that must be crossed. Keep this in mind if you are intending to make a later connection, and always plan accordingly. The journey from Cambridge to London covers a distance of 78 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 2h 48m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 1h 45m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Cambridge to London faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

How many journeys from Cambridge to London take place each day?

The route from Cambridge to London is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Cambridge 61 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Cambridge to London, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 30 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 31 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Cambridge to London. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

FlixBus5.46 kg CO₂
05:15City Centre
1h 55m
07:10London Finchley Road & Frognal
≈ ₹896.71 $9.49
direct
FlixBus5.46 kg CO₂
05:25Cambridge, Trumpington
1h 45m
07:10London Finchley Road & Frognal
≈ ₹896.71 $9.49
direct
FlixBus5.46 kg CO₂
05:25Cambridge, Trumpington
2h 20m
07:45London, Victoria Coach Station
≈ ₹896.71 $9.49
direct

Next departures from Cambridge to London

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
01:35 City Centre
2h 25m · direct
04:00 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹6,507.32 £50.90
01:35 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 45m · 1 changes
05:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
01:35 City Centre
2h 45m · direct
04:20 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹13,662.82 £106.87
02:50 City Centre
2h 25m · 1 changes
06:20 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹13,662.82 £106.87
02:50 City Centre
2h 5m · 1 changes
06:00 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹10,214.83 £79.90
02:50 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 20m · 1 changes
06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹6,507.32 £50.90
03:50 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 35m · 1 changes
07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹7,739.75 £60.54
03:50 City Centre
2h 25m · direct
06:15 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹7,739.75 £60.54
03:50 City Centre
2h 45m · direct
06:35 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,530.31 £11.97
05:15 City Centre
1h 55m · direct
07:10 London Finchley Road & Frognal
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
05:15 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 30m · direct
07:45 London Green Line Coach Station
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
05:15 Cambridge, Parkside
1h 55m · direct
07:10 London Finchley Road LT
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,530.31 £11.97
05:25 Cambridge, Trumpington
1h 45m · direct
07:10 London Finchley Road & Frognal
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
05:25 Cambridge, Trumpington
2h 20m · direct
07:45 London Green Line Coach Station
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
05:25 Cambridge, Trumpington
1h 45m · direct
07:10 London Finchley Road LT
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
05:45 City Centre
3h 5m · direct
08:50 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
05:45 City Centre
2h 45m · direct
08:30 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹9,473.33 £74.10
06:00 Cambridge, Parkside
3h 5m · 1 changes
09:45 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹10,469.25 £81.89
06:00 City Centre
2h 20m · 1 changes
09:10 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹10,981.91 £85.90
06:00 City Centre
2h 45m · 1 changes
09:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
National Express ≈ ₹5,024.32 £39.30
08:00 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 50m · 1 changes
11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
08:00 City Centre
2h 50m · direct
10:50 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
08:00 City Centre
2h 30m · direct
10:30 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
09:20 City Centre
2h 30m · direct
11:50 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹5,024.32 £39.30
09:20 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 50m · 1 changes
12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
09:20 City Centre
2h 50m · direct
12:10 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
FlixBus ≈ ₹3,693.45 £28.89
10:20 Cambridge, Trumpington
4h 15m · 1 changes
15:50 London Heathrow Airport T3
FlixBus ≈ ₹3,693.45 £28.89
10:20 Cambridge, Trumpington
5h 45m · 1 changes
17:20 Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
FlixBus ≈ ₹2,872.68 £22.47
10:20 Cambridge, Trumpington
4h 35m · 1 changes
16:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
FlixBus ≈ ₹2,872.68 £22.47
10:20 Cambridge, Trumpington
4h 15m · 1 changes
15:50 London Heathrow Airport T3
FlixBus ≈ ₹3,693.45 £28.89
10:20 Cambridge, Trumpington
4h 35m · 1 changes
16:10 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹9,473.33 £74.10
10:35 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 45m · 1 changes
14:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹13,662.82 £106.87
10:35 City Centre
2h 55m · 1 changes
14:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
National Express ≈ ₹13,662.82 £106.87
10:35 City Centre
2h 15m · 1 changes
13:40 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹5,024.32 £39.30
10:50 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 50m · 1 changes
14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹5,267.22 £41.20
12:15 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 55m · 1 changes
15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
12:15 City Centre
2h 30m · direct
14:45 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
12:15 City Centre
2h 50m · direct
15:05 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹7,739.75 £60.54
13:55 City Centre
2h 30m · direct
16:25 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹5,765.82 £45.10
13:55 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 55m · 1 changes
17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹7,739.75 £60.54
13:55 City Centre
2h 50m · direct
16:45 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹9,473.33 £74.10
14:15 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 45m · 1 changes
18:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹10,469.25 £81.89
14:15 City Centre
2h 10m · 1 changes
18:10 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹10,981.91 £85.90
14:15 City Centre
2h 35m · 1 changes
18:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
16:00 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 55m · direct
18:55 London Green Line Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹5,024.32 £39.30
16:00 Cambridge, Parkside
3h 15m · 1 changes
19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,530.31 £11.97
16:00 City Centre
2h 20m · direct
18:20 London Finchley Road & Frognal
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
16:00 City Centre
3h 5m · direct
19:05 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
16:00 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 20m · direct
18:20 London Finchley Road LT
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
16:00 City Centre
2h 45m · direct
18:45 London Heathrow Airport T3
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
16:15 Cambridge, Trumpington
2h 40m · direct
18:55 London Green Line Coach Station
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,530.31 £11.97
16:15 Cambridge, Trumpington
2h 5m · direct
18:20 London Finchley Road & Frognal
FlixBus ≈ ₹1,275.90 £9.98
16:15 Cambridge, Trumpington
2h 5m · direct
18:20 London Finchley Road LT
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
18:15 City Centre
2h 40m · direct
20:55 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹7,008.48 £54.82
18:15 City Centre
3h · direct
21:15 HEATHROW Airport London T5 (LHR)
National Express ≈ ₹5,024.32 £39.30
18:15 Cambridge, Parkside
3h · 1 changes
21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹5,024.32 £39.30
19:15 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 45m · 1 changes
22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
National Express ≈ ₹10,469.25 £81.89
22:35 City Centre
2h 5m · 1 changes
02:40 London Heathrow Airport T3
National Express ≈ ₹10,981.91 £85.90
22:35 City Centre
2h 30m · 1 changes
03:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
National Express ≈ ₹9,473.33 £74.10
22:35 Cambridge, Parkside
2h 40m · 1 changes
01:55 London, Victoria Coach Station
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Carriers on this route

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FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

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Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 5.46kg
bus 5.85kg
flight 15.6kg
carpool 12.48kg

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