London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 18 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 18 m

Buses per day

32

Distance

90 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Cambridge will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 32 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Cambridge every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 90 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
19:352h25
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
22:00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:502h25
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
11:15Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£121One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX728
07:152h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
09:55Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£411One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX727
23:102h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
01:45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£411One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX727
13:052h20
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
15:25Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
£411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge 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 £25.

Distance: 90 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

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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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 23:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX230 · NX72805:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h45
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX78607:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h25
10:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX72807:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72807:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
09:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202 · NX728
On time
07:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h45
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h25
11:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72808:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72809:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202 · NX727
On time
09:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h35
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNX72710:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72711:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202 · NX727
On time
12:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h25
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNX72712:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72713:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX72713:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h05
17:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX72714:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h05
17:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72714:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h45
17:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX78614:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h20
18:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX78615:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
3h55
18:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX72716:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h00
20:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
national_expressNX72716:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
3h05
20:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72717:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h45
20:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202 · NX727
On time
17:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h50
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNX72719:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72719:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX72719:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
4h05
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h25
22:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202 · NX727
On time
20:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
5h05
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNX72721:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h35
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72721:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h15
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72723:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h35
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 90 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
90 km
Average bus duration
2h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
28
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
10:10
Last bus
22:30
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 CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge 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
£34
National Express frequency
22 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 coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Cambridge from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is on average 2 h 15 min   for the 56 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cambridge from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge leaves at 06: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 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 from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Cambridge 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 by coach is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Cambridge from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge, 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.
    No, luggage for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cambridge.

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