Cambridge to Bath bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Bath

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

5 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 17 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

193 km

Cheap tickets

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 £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Cambridge for Bath every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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.

National Express
08:205h25
Cambridge
13:45Bath
£321One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:156h35
Cambridge
23:50Bath
£611One-way
0 changes
National Express
11:156h50
Cambridge
18:05Bath
£701One-way
0 changes

Travel 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 £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. 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 £32, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 193 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£56

Average Price

Cheapest

£73

Average Price

5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Cambridge to Bath bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:15 Cambridge
6h35
23:50 Bath0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Bath

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Buses from Cambridge to Bath run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £28 by train.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28
Distance
193 km
Average bus duration
4h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
22:54
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £28

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 £28. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£32
National Express frequency
5 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 23m
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Cambridge to Bath coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Cambridge to Bath with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to Bath.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cambridge to Bath can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cambridge to Bath is £65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cambridge to Bath coach time is 5 h 10 min   covering the 120 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cambridge to Bath leaves at 03: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cambridge to Bath leaves at 18: 15.
There are 6 coaches a day from Cambridge to Bath which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cambridge to Bath, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cambridge and Bath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Cambridge to Bath by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel to Bath from Cambridge 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Cambridge to Bath has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cambridge to Bath.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cambridge to Bath.

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

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    The major coach station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) for your trip from Cambridge to Bath.
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