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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Great Chesterford
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
49 m
Buses on 18 Sept
13
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Great Chesterford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Great Chesterford will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 13 buses from Cambridge to Great Chesterford, including 13 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 16 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 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.
7:000h50Cambridge7:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes- 8:000h50Cambridge8:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 9:000h50Cambridge9:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 10:000h50Cambridge10:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 11:000h50Cambridge11:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 19:000h45Cambridge19:45Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 7:000h50Cambridge7:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 8:000h50Cambridge8:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 9:000h50Cambridge9:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
- 10:000h50Cambridge10:50Rose Ln£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Great Chesterford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Great Chesterford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 16 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Great Chesterford:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Great Chesterford costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Great Chesterford take longer:
Coach takes on average 33m.
Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.59. The journey takes 33m versus 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Stagecoach East.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Cambridge to Great Chesterford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Great Chesterford coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 9:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 10:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 11:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 12:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 13:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 14:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 15:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:00 Cambridge | 1h08 | 17:08 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:00 Cambridge | 1h08 | 18:08 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Cambridge | 1h08 | 19:08 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Cambridge | 0h45 | 19:45 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 7:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 7:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Cambridge | 0h50 | 8:50 Rose Ln | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Great Chesterford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cambridge to Great Chesterford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:24, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 16 km distance in 45m.
Distance 16 km |
Average bus duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 1:24 |
Last bus 23:46 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: Stagecoach East from Cambridge to Great ChesterfordYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Great Chesterford with Stagecoach East for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Great Chesterford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Great Chesterford 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 Great Chesterford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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