London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast coaches

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.

FlixBusFlixBus
12:453h05
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
15:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
12:353h15
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
15:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
10:503h05
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
13:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
11:002h55
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
13:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
09:052h55
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
12:00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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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Train

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£31

Average Price

4h 7m

Average total duration

3h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

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30m

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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.

Last updated at 05:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus11:50 London Gatwick Airport
3h10
15:00 Cambridge0 changesdirect
national_express12:20 London Gatwick Airport
5h25
17:45 Cambridge0 changesdirect
national_express12:35 London Gatwick Airport
5h10
17:45 Cambridge0 changesdirect
national_express20:30 London Gatwick Airport
4h15
00:45 Cambridge0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus22:00 London Gatwick Airport
3h00
01:00 Cambridge0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX72804:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
5h00
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72805:10 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.

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
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
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

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

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
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£40
National Express frequency
19 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: 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge is £65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge coach time is 3 h 45 min   covering the 73 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge leaves at 05: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge leaves at 21: 45.
There are 24 coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Cambridge to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Cambridge from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel to Cambridge from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.
    No, luggage for the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cambridge.

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