London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 20 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

94 km

Cheap tickets

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 £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Cambridge North (CMB) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.

FlixBus
09:255h20
London Heathrow Airport
14:45Cambridge North (CMB)
£231One-way
0 changes
National Express
06:352h20
London Heathrow Airport
08:55Cambridge North (CMB)
£261One-way
0 changes
National Express
08:152h20
London Heathrow Airport
10:35Cambridge North (CMB)
£341One-way
0 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 prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 94 km

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Train

£24

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Cheapest

£64

Average Price

2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 55m

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30m

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National Express

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Great Northern

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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 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus13:30 London Heathrow Airport
7h35
21:05 Cambridge North (CMB)0 changesdirect
national_express20:20 London Heathrow Airport
2h15
22:35 Cambridge North (CMB)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 20:20. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 2h 15m.

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
94 km
Average bus duration
2h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
29
Direct buses
15
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
06:35
Last bus
20:20
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 Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)You can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) with National Express for as low as £13. 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
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
25 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 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) is 2 h 15 min   to travel the 58 mile long route, with around there are 35 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) leaves at 13: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) leaves at 23: 30.
There are 35 coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Cambridge North (CMB) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Cambridge North (CMB) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel to Cambridge North (CMB) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB), follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge North (CMB).

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