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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 16 Jan

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 29 m

Buses per day

30

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Cambridge will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 30 buses that leave Brighton for Cambridge every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBusFlixBus
08:053h55
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
12:00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
10:103h45
Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
13:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:153h45
Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
12:00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
10:003h55
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
13:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
11:553h55
Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
15:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 154 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

5h 24m

Average total duration

4h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Brighton to Cambridge bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Cambridge coaches for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX025 · NX728
Delayed
14:57 04:45Brighton, Preston Circus
5h10
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX728
Delayed
14:57 05:41Brighton, Preston Circus
5h54
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
Delayed
14:57 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
5h13
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
Delayed
14:57 10:12Brighton, Preston Circus
5h13
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
11:05 Brighton
6h10
17:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
Delayed
14:57 11:12Brighton, Preston Circus
6h03
17:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:45 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
4h05
15:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:55 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
3h55
15:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
13:55 Brighton
6h05
20:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
Delayed
14:57 14:02Brighton, Preston Circus
5h58
20:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
16:05 Brighton
5h35
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
5h28
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:15 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
3h35
21:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
18:20 Brighton
5h15
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
3h25
21:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus
5h08
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
3h35
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
3h25
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
20:40 Brighton
5h05
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
4h58
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:15 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
3h35
01:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
3h25
01:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
Friday 16 January
national_expressNX025 · NX72804:40 Brighton
5h15
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72804:45 Brighton, Preston Circus
5h10
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72805:35 Brighton
6h00
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72805:41 Brighton, Preston Circus
5h54
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:05 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
3h55
12:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX72708:05 Brighton
5h20
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72708:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
5h13
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
3h45
12:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
3h55
13:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX72710:05 Brighton
5h20
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
3h45
13:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX72710:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
5h13
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Cambridge

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Buses from Brighton to Cambridge run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:18. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 3h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
154 km
Average bus duration
4h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
20
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
3h 49m
First bus
00:35
Last bus
23:18
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 58m
Cheapest Price
£37
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Brighton to Cambridge coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Cambridge by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Cambridge can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Cambridge is £58; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to Cambridge is 4 h 58 min   to travel the 95 mile long journey, with around there are 20 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Cambridge leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Cambridge leaves at 20: 47.
There are 20 coaches a day from Brighton to Cambridge which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Brighton to Cambridge you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Brighton to Cambridge on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Cambridge from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Cambridge is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Brighton to Cambridge including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Cambridge has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Cambridge needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Cambridge.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Cambridge

    Brighton
    Cambridge
    The major coach station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station for your trip from Brighton to Cambridge.
    Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
    information
    address
    Address
    Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
    Brighton, Preston Circus
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    Brighton, Preston Park
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