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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 15 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
8:502h05London Heathrow Airport10:55Cambridge North (CMB)£71One-way0 changes- 19:352h25London Heathrow Airport22:00Cambridge North (CMB)£91One-way0 changes
- 8:502h05London Heathrow Airport10:55Cambridge North (CMB)£71One-way0 changes
- 19:352h25London Heathrow Airport22:00Cambridge North (CMB)£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 94 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB):
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) costing on average £59.
Other travel options to Cambridge North (CMB) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 44m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 44m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:50 London Heathrow Airport | 2h05 | 10:55 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) run on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 16:40, the last at 20:20. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 16:40 |
Last bus 20:20 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)You can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) 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 North (CMB), 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.
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