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Gloucester to Cambridge Coach Timetable
Coach from Gloucester to Cambridge: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Gloucester to Cambridge. Traveling by coach from Gloucester to Cambridge usually takes around 6 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 103 mi (166 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 45m |
| Cheapest price | £21.32 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Gloucester to Cambridge?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gloucester to Cambridge. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 8 | 6h 47m | £49.00 |
Book National Express from Gloucester to Cambridge from £21. There are 8 National Express schedules from Gloucester to Cambridge and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Cambridge. In Gloucester, National Express departs to Cambridge from Transport Hub and no other station. In Cambridge, National Express arrives at Cambridge City Centre and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Gloucester to Cambridge takes 6 hours and 47 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Cambridge in 5 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Cambridge.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Gloucester to Cambridge
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 103 miles from Gloucester to Cambridge. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Gloucester to Cambridge, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Gloucester to Cambridge every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gloucester to Cambridge; ticket prices start at £81.75.
City Information
Gloucester
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Gloucester is a delightfully lively city in the heart of England. The city is surrounded by the rural and verdant Cotswolds but offers excitement as one of the area's bigger cities.
A visit to Gloucester must include stopping by the 11th century Gloucester Cathedral to marvel at the Romanesque architecture and even visit the tomb of King Edward II. Several museums dot the city's downtown, including the National Waterways Museum Gloucester and the Museum of Gloucester.
To breathe in the fresh air, head to the Robinswood Hill Country Park, Rococo Garden, and the Barnwood Arboretum. You can paddleboard or kayak at the Gloucester Docks or watch a game at the Gloucester Rugby sports grounds.
Gloucester is a stop along the Great Western Railway, which connects to the United Kingdom's rail network. National Express and Sindbad operate coach service to and from Gloucester for affordable travel from cities including London. International travelers can reach the city via the nearby Gloucestershire airport.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Gloucester?
Main departure station: Transport Hub
The Gloucester Transport Hub is a coach station along Station Road, opposite the Gloucester Train Station on Bruton Way. Located in the centre of Gloucester, the station is only a short walk from shopping, museums, restaurants, and the famous Gloucester Cathedral. The spacious waiting area inside the modern station building includes ample seating, toilets, and a help desk. Coaches from operators including National Express and Megabus depart from Gloucester Transport Hub to destinations like London, Birmingham, and Bristol.
All coach stations in Gloucester:
Transport Hub
Where does the coach arrive in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Cambridge City Centre
All coaches from Gloucester arrive at one main station in Cambridge.
Coach stations in Cambridge:
Cambridge City Centre
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