The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Cambridge will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Edinburgh to Cambridge you need to make at least one change.
NX183 · NX777
NX183 · NX777Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 470 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £56 Average Price |
11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Cambridge coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:45 Edinburgh | 12h50 | 21:35 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Cambridge
Buses from Edinburgh to Cambridge run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 470 km distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 470 km |
Average bus duration 11h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 50m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Edinburgh to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Cambridge with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
FAQs: Edinburgh to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Cambridge
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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