The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Bath
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Bath will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Cambridge to Bath you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX491 · NX403
NX728 · NX403
NX727 · NX403
NX728 · NX403
NX727 · NX403
NX728 · NX403
NX727 · NX403
NX727 · NX403Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 193 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cambridge to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Bath coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX727 · NX403 | 09:20 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h10 | 15:30 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX491 · NX403 | On time 11:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 7h15 | 19:05 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 7h55 | 20:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX403 | 13:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h40 | 20:35 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX403 | On time 16:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h05 | 22:05 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX403 | On time 18:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 7h05 | 01:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 8h25 | 10:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX403 | 03:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h10 | 10:00 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX403 | 06:05 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h10 | 12:15 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX403 | 08:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h45 | 13:45 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Bath.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Bath.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Bath
Buses from Cambridge to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 21:44. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 21:44 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Cambridge to BathYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Bath with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Bath
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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