The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lancaster to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lancaster to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Cambridge will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lancaster for Cambridge every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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 coach and train for Lancaster to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 286 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lancaster to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Cambridge coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 Lancaster | 10h45 | 23:15 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Lancaster | 10h35 | 23:15 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lancaster to Cambridge
Buses from Lancaster to Cambridge run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:08, the last at 16:20. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 04:08 |
Last bus 16:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lancaster to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Lancaster to Cambridge with FlixBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lancaster to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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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