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Compare train and bus for London to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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$28 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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How to get from London to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from London to Cambridge is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
NX4913:00 PM2h05London, Victoria Coach Station5:05 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)$211One-way0 transfers
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- NX4913:00 PM2h05London, Victoria Coach Station5:05 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)$211One-way0 transfers
Fastest
G816158:24 AM0h49London Kings Cross (KGX)9:13 AMCambridge station (CBG)$511One-way0 transfers
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- P482668:24 AM1h25London Liverpool Street (LST)9:49 AMCambridge station (CBG)$321One-way0 transfers
- P471508:08 AM1h14London Liverpool Street (LST)9:22 AMCambridge station (CBG)$381One-way0 transfers
G844518:31 AM1h08London St Pancras International (STP)9:39 AMCambridge station (CBG)$421One-way0 transfers
- NXA8 · NX7288:00 AM3h35London, Victoria Coach Station11:35 AMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)$441One-way1 transfer
- NXA8 · NX7279:30 AM3h55London, Victoria Coach Station1:25 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)$441One-way1 transfer
- NXA8 · NX72711:30 AM4h00London, Victoria Coach Station3:30 PMCambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)$441One-way1 transfer
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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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What is the best way to travel from London to Cambridge?
Cheapest way to travel from London to Cambridge
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
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
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.
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Cambridge:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Cambridge costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
- Around 21 buses per day.
- Around 11 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Cambridge as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from London Liverpool Street (LST) and arrive in Cambridge station (CBG).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece).
- Travel with Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Thameslink, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway to go to Cambridge by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, London Buses to go to Cambridge by bus.
- 10 direct trains per day with Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Thameslink.
- 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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