Cambridge to Salisbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Salisbury

Showing times and prices for 27 Jun

Cheapest price

£53

Average price

£60

Fastest journey

5 h 13 m

Average duration

5 h 39 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

182 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to Salisbury will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £53.

Fast coaches

To travel from Cambridge to Salisbury you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • National Express
    3:505h58
    Cambridge
    9:48Salisbury
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    6:056h11
    Cambridge
    12:16Salisbury
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    8:005h46
    Cambridge
    13:46Salisbury
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    9:205h56
    Cambridge
    15:16Salisbury
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    13:555h22
    Cambridge
    19:17Salisbury
    £531One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Salisbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £36.

Distance: 182 km

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Most popular
Train

£59

Average Price

£59

Average Price

Cheapest

7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 52m

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30m

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Live departures

Cambridge to Salisbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Salisbury coaches for today, Friday 26 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express5:45 Cambridge
6h31
12:16 Salisbury2 changes
National Express6:00 Cambridge
6h16
12:16 Salisbury3 changes
National Express8:00 Cambridge
5h46
13:46 Salisbury2 changes
National Express9:20 Cambridge
5h56
15:16 Salisbury2 changes
National Express10:40 Cambridge
6h41
17:21 Salisbury3 changes
National Express12:15 Cambridge
7h02
19:17 Salisbury2 changes
National Express13:55 Cambridge
6h33
20:28 Salisbury2 changes
National Express14:15 Cambridge
6h13
20:28 Salisbury3 changes
National Express16:00 Cambridge
6h23
22:23 Salisbury2 changes
National Express18:15 Cambridge
12h11
6:26 Salisbury2 changes
National Express19:10 Cambridge
11h16
6:26 Salisbury3 changes
Saturday 27 June
National Express3:50 Cambridge
5h58
9:48 Salisbury2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Cambridge to Salisbury coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Cambridge to Salisbury.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cambridge to Salisbury.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cambridge to Salisbury.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Salisbury

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Buses from Cambridge to Salisbury run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £29 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 05:53, the last at 16:47. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 5h 9m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29
Distance
182 km
Average bus duration
6h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
5h 9m
First bus
5:53
Last bus
16:47
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29

Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to SalisburyYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Salisbury with National Express for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
5h 9m
Cheapest Price
£36
National Express frequency
10 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 to Salisbury coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Salisbury 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 Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cambridge to Salisbury can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cambridge to Salisbury is £59; 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 to Salisbury is 5h 9m to travel the 182 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 to Salisbury leaves at 5:53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cambridge to Salisbury leaves at 16:47.
There are 2 coaches a day from Cambridge to Salisbury which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cambridge to Salisbury, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Salisbury. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cambridge and Salisbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Salisbury from Cambridge is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cambridge to Salisbury is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and Salisbury including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cambridge to Salisbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cambridge to Salisbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cambridge to Salisbury 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company 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 to Salisbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cambridge to Salisbury:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cambridge to Salisbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cambridge to Salisbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cambridge to Salisbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cambridge to Salisbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cambridge to Salisbury with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Salisbury

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Salisbury
The major coach station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) for your trip from Cambridge to Salisbury.
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