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Cambridge to London Coach Timetable

Coach from Cambridge to London: Journey Information

There are 418 intercity coaches per day from Cambridge to London. Traveling by coach from Cambridge to London usually takes around 2 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour,

Distance49 mi (79 km)
Shortest duration1h 0m
Cheapest price£6.93
Trips per day12
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines2

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What coach companies travel from Cambridge to London?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Cambridge to London that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 426 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus121h 18m£8.10
National Express4263h 2m£30.12
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 12 trips from Cambridge to London, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 18 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Book National Express from Cambridge to London from £16. There are 426 National Express schedules from Cambridge to London and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to London. In Cambridge, National Express departs to London from Cambridge City Centre and 1 other station. In London, National Express arrives at London Victoria and 18 other stations.

    An average trip on National Express from Cambridge to London takes 3 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to London in 1 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 424 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to London.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Cambridge to London

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 49 miles from Cambridge to London. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Because many passengers travel from Cambridge to London at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to London, book your ticket for the last day of the week."

The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cambridge to London, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 418 scheduled coaches that travel from Cambridge to London every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 12 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cambridge to London; ticket prices start at £16.67.

City Information

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Cambridge?

Main departure station: Cambridge City Centre

Coaches to London leave from 3 stations in Cambridge.

All coach stations in Cambridge:

  • Cambridge City Centre

  • Trumpington Park & Ride

  • Cambridge Parkside Bus Stop

Where does the coach arrive in London?

Main arrival station: 235 Finchley Rd

Coaches arrive in London at 15 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in London:

  • 235 Finchley Rd

  • London Victoria

  • Victoria Rail Stn for Airports

  • London Gloucester Place/Baker St

  • Finchley Rd & Frognal

  • St John's Wood

  • Golders Green Bus Station

  • London Mile End

  • Bow Church Station

  • London Liverpool St Station

  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Stop L

  • 160 Whitechapel Rd

  • London Shoreditch

  • Waterloo Rail Station

  • Earl's Court

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