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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 34 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Cambridge every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 117 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
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Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 117 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:50 London Gatwick Airport | 3h10 | 15:00 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 London Gatwick Airport | 5h25 | 17:45 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:35 London Gatwick Airport | 5h10 | 17:45 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:30 London Gatwick Airport | 4h15 | 00:45 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:00 London Gatwick Airport | 3h00 | 01:00 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 · NX728 | 04:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h00 | 09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 change | |
| NX025 · NX728 | 05:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 4h45 | 09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge
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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:50, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 117 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 117 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 59m |
First bus 11:50 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Gatwick Airport to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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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