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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Cambridge will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 buses that leave Derby for Cambridge every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 134 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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 Derby to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 134 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Cambridge coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:10 Derby | 4h00 | 18:10 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| 05:00 Derby | 8h35 | 13:35 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Derby | 7h35 | 15:35 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Cambridge
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Buses from Derby to Cambridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 134 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Derby to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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