Cambridge to Peterborough bus with National Express

Buses from Cambridge to Peterborough

You can easily get from Cambridge to Peterborough using any of our luxurious coaches. The distance between the two cities is 30 miles (48km), and we have different coaches' companies plying this route. The coach's final destination is Queensgate bus station in Peterborough. You don't need any means of transport to the city centre from Peterborough as it's 0 miles (0 km) from this coach station which is a 5min walk to the footbridge. It's also adjacent to Queensgate shopping centre.

Cambridge to Peterborough bus time: Daily Departures

You can arrive at Peterborough at different times of the day depending on the departure schedules you choose to work with. There are four daily departures from Monday through to Saturday, while Sunday has three departures. The first coach leaves Cambridge early in the morning while the last one leaves Peterborough at 9:00 p.m. The comfortable journey on our buses takes between 50min and 1h 20min from the Parkside bus station in Cambridge.

How long is the journey by bus from Cambridge to Peterborough?

If you use any of our coaches Cambridge Peterborough, 30 miles (48km), you'll spend no more than 1h 20min on the road. However, there are times when you'll be in Peterborough after 50min. If you book your travel through National Express coaches from Cambridge, you'll cancel or change your ticket. That depends on the ticket fare type you opted for.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Cambridge to Peterborough?

Departure bus station: If you want to board a bus from Cambridge using the direct coaches you can go to Parkside bus station. Other stations are Cambridge, fair street /maids causeway, Cambridge Jesus College, Cambridge Madingley Park, and Ride. After the stipulated time, you'll alight at Queensgate bus stop in Peterborough.

Arrival bus station:You can also alight at bus stop stations in Peterborough like Peterborough Queensgate bus park or station road (railway station). One can easily reach both stations with ease, and they're 30 miles (48km) apart. The Queensgate bus station is easily accessible by road by either taxi services or car, and it's 1 mile (1km) from the Cambridge city centre. You can also use a car or taxi service as the bus station is centrally built near main road networks. However, you'll not need any means of transportation from Queensgate bus station as it's 0 miles (0 km) from Peterborough city centre.

Peterborough Castle Icon. Source: Shutterstock

Which bus companies travel from Cambridge to Peterborough?

Our company partners with several bus companies, ensuring you arrive at your destination safely. The companies offer cheap and stress-free booking services which will give you the best travel experience. The National Express company, which also has several buses to other big cities within the UK, will ensure you get from Cambridge to Peterborough on time. National Express has direct coaches, which reduces inconveniences while on the go. It also accepts all change and refund requests within 24 hours before your travel time. That majorly depends on your ticket type, and they don't accept partial refunds. However, our company also sells tickets of the partnering coach companies like Eurolines, RegioJet, and Trenitalia.

National Express buses from Cambridge to Peterborough

All National Express buses are air conditioned and with free Wi-Fi services. These buses also have seat belts, with every seat having power outlets that allow you to charge your phone or laptop as you travel. National Express coaches have three types of tickets from Cambridge and direct services.

Regiojet buses from Cambridge to Peterborough

RegioJet has spacious, comfortable seats with seat belts and air conditioners, free Wi-Fi, and offers its customers food and drinks at affordable prices, their buses have power outlets, and you can use the toilets on the buses.

Peterborough Neighborhood. Source: Shutterstock

Bus Cambridge to Peterborough: services on board

When you're on board with any of the National Express coaches, we recommend having a valid ID with you. However, we don't ask for them when you board the coaches, and if you have any problem while on board, contact our customer care team. Most National Express coaches offer lift services at the entrance for passengers with disabilities or travelling in a wheelchair. We also have a luggage policy that allows you to have one piece of soft hand luggage on board under the seat or in the overhead bins. You can also have two hold luggage weighing not more than 20kg. But you get to pay for extra luggage or special items and can stow pushchairs and buggies for free.

You can also have foldable bikes on board but in a hard case and only come with pets like assistance dogs after notifying us you'll be having them. Note that National Express buses don't have class differences, but you can have a seat reservation per person and get a seat in the first five rows. If you book any RegioJet buses to Peterborough, you can take your bicycle with you after notifying the management. You can go one bicycle at a time, and they've to be packed in a case. Note that RegioJet only allows animals on board on specific routes. If you have a problem or question while on the bus, the stewardess will help you out.

How to find cheap bus tickets from Cambridge to Peterborough?

Although National Express buses from Cambridge have slightly higher prices, it is possible to find cheap tickets to Peterborough. The good thing is that we tend to work with your budget but remember that the luxury options will have an added cost. The best way to save some cash is to travel on Tuesday instead of Friday. You'll also spend less on Sundays if you use any of our express coaches.

For your convenience we urge our customers to book National Express tickets 15 months in advance and have enough time to prepare for the trip. Sometimes you can make a booking in advance and then forget about it. To avoid such a situation please, set an email alert with Omio, and we'll keep reminding you several times as the date approaches.

To Peterborough by bus—travel tips

Travelling to Peterborough by bus is one of the enjoyable trips you'll enjoy. You can visit this city with your family and enjoy lots of fun activities that are good for everyone. Go to any of the three theatres in this city like the original Victorian operating theatre. Order delicious foods like homemade cake from the Squire's Coffee House, and the heritage festivals will also make your stay here worthy.

You can visit huge outdoor parks such as the 3500-year-old Flag Fen Archaeology Park and also engage in various water sports activities fit for any age. Ice skating and glow-in-the-dark golf are also some of the activities that will make your visit memorable. But don't forget to visit the 900-year-old Norman Cathedral and the heritage trail which leads you to Peterborough Museum for great historical moments. If you want to experience and enjoy the rural feel of Peterborough city, visit Burghley house, Sacrewell for its camping sites, john Clare cottage, or historic watermill.

The boutique retailers and the big playgrounds will keep your kids preoccupied in a serene environment leaving you to some much needed quiet time.