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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Gloucester will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cambridge for Gloucester 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 166 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 166 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Gloucester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Gloucester coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 Cambridge | 7h35 | 20:05 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Cambridge to Gloucester coaches with Omio?
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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Gloucester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Gloucester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cambridge to Gloucester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Gloucester
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Buses from Cambridge to Gloucester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 21:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Cambridge to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Gloucester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Gloucester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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