The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Coventry
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Coventry will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 7 buses that leave Cambridge for Coventry every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.
NX777
NX777
NX786 · NX707
NX786 · NX707
NX786 · NX707
NX777
NX777
NX786 · NX707
NX786 · NX707
NX786 · NX707Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Coventry 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Coventry coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX777 | 09:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h35 | 12:25 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX786 · NX707 | 10:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 6h20 | 17:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX786 · NX707 | 14:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h20 | 19:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX786 · NX707 | 19:10 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h55 | 00:05 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX786 · NX707 | 22:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 5h25 | 04:05 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX777 | 01:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h25 | 04:15 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX786 · NX707 | 06:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h30 | 10:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Coventry
Buses from Cambridge to Coventry run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 113 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 113 km |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Cambridge to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Coventry with Megabus, National Express 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 Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Coventry
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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