4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Peterborough to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Peterborough to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Cambridge will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 buses that leave Peterborough for Cambridge 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 48 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
7:131h27Peterborough8:40Cambridge£261One-way0 changes
15:252h30Peterborough17:55Cambridge£261One-way0 changes- 7:252h30Peterborough9:55Cambridge£261One-way0 changes
- 7:131h27Peterborough8:40Cambridge£261One-way0 changes
- 7:252h30Peterborough9:55Cambridge£261One-way0 changes
- 15:252h30Peterborough17:55Cambridge£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Peterborough to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Peterborough to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Cambridge coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:13 Peterborough | 1h27 | 8:40 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:25 Peterborough | 2h30 | 9:55 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:25 Peterborough | 2h30 | 17:55 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Peterborough to Cambridge
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Buses from Peterborough to Cambridge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:23, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 3:23 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Peterborough to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Peterborough to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Peterborough to Cambridge
With National Express Services operating buses from Peterborough to Cambridge it is quick and easy to travel between these two cities. There are four departures a day on Monday through to Saturday and three on Sundays. The service is direct and commences in the early hours of the morning with the last bus departing Peterborough at around 9:00 p.m. Buses from Peterborough to Cambridge take between 50 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes to complete the journey with departures from the Queensgate Bus Station in Peterborough. The service terminates at the busy Parkside Bus Station in Cambridge City Centre.
FAQs: Peterborough to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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