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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Showing times and prices for 05 Feb
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
76 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Fast coaches
Of the 34 buses that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for London Kings Cross (KGX) every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
FlixBus16:301h55
Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)18:25London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus16:551h30
Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride18:25London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus12:401h30
Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)14:10London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus14:251h30
Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)15:55London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus13:001h10
Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride14:10London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus04:551h00
Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride05:55London, Stratford City Bus Station
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus03:151h00
Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride04:15London, Stratford City Bus Station
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus13:001h10
Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride14:10London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus14:451h10
Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride15:55London, Stratford City Bus Station
£81One-way
0 changes
FlixBus04:401h15
Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)05:55London, Stratford City Bus Station
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) coaches for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 18:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 NX777 · NXA6 | On time 19:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h05 | 22:20 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 · NXA8 | On time 19:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h05 | 22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 · NXA6 | On time 21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h40 | 00:20 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 · NXA8 | On time 21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h00 | 00:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA2 | 22:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h20 | 02:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA2 | 22:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h56 | 01:36 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 5 February | |||||
| NX727 · NXA6 | 01:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h15 | 04:50 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX030 | Delayed 09:20 01:35Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h15 | 05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX025 | Delayed 09:20 01:35Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h15 | 05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA2 | Delayed 10:40 02:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h41 | 06:31 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NX422 | Delayed 10:40 02:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 4h00 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 03:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h15 | 04:15 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 03:15 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h00 | 04:15 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 · NXA6 | 03:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h55 | 06:45 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NXA8 | Delayed 03:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h30 | 11:00 11:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 04:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h15 | 05:55 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 04:55 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h00 | 05:55 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX786 · NXA31 | Delayed 10:40 06:00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h22 | 09:22 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA31 | Delayed 10:40 06:00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h45 | 19:05 19:05London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA31 | On time 10:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h07 | 13:47 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX491 · NXA1 | 11:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h02 | 14:52 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX491 | 11:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h00 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h30 | 14:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h10 | 14:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX786 · NXA1 | On time 14:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h37 | 17:52 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA1 | On time 14:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h14 | 17:29 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h30 | 15:55 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:45 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h10 | 15:55 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX728 · NXA6 | 16:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h25 | 19:25 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NXA8 | On time 16:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h50 | 19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:30 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1h55 | 18:25 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:55 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 1h30 | 18:25 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX728 · NXA8 | On time 18:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h35 | 21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NXA6 | 18:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h06 | 21:21 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA2 | On time 22:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h20 | 02:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX786 · NXA2 | On time 22:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2h56 | 01:36 London, Baker Street Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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Buses from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 10m.
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
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 01:35 |
Last bus 22:40 |
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
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX)You can travel by bus between Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
29 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.
FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 1h 10m to travel the 76 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 1:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 22:40.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX), you can count on FlixBus, National Express for the best way to get you to London Kings Cross (KGX). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cambridge station (CBG) and London Kings Cross (KGX) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Kings Cross (KGX) from Cambridge station (CBG) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge station (CBG) and London Kings Cross (KGX) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) for coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX). The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Kings Cross (KGX) with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express.
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