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Journey Information
There are 16 intercity buses per day from Bedford to Cambridge. Traveling by bus from Bedford to Cambridge usually takes around one hour and 47 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 57 minutes.
Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
Shortest duration | 0h 57m |
Cheapest price | $8.19 |
Trips per day | 8 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bedford to Cambridge?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bedford to Cambridge. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
National Express | 16 | 1h 47m | $13.61 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 47 minutes to cover the 25 miles from Bedford to Cambridge. However, the fastest bus only takes 57 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bedford to Cambridge, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 16 scheduled buses that travel from Bedford to Cambridge every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bedford to Cambridge; ticket prices start at $40.69.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bedford?
Main departure station: Coach Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Bedford.
All bus stations in Bedford:
Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Cambridge?
Main arrival station: Cambridge City Centre
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Cambridge.
All bus stations in Cambridge:
Cambridge City Centre
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