4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Cambridge will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Nottingham for Cambridge every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 120 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Cambridge coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX451 · NX737 · NX727 | Delayed 19:50 10:20Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h35 | 16:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 2 changes | |
| NX150 · NX777 | On time 15:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h50 | 18:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 05:45 Nottingham | 7h50 | 13:35 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:35 Nottingham | 3h35 | 18:10 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Cambridge
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Buses from Nottingham to Cambridge run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 120 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 120 km |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Nottingham City Transport, Trent Barton from Nottingham to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Cambridge with National Express, FlixBus, Nottingham City Transport, Trent Barton for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Cambridge
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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