4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Cambridge will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 1 buses that leave Plymouth for Cambridge every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 359 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 359 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price | £56 Average Price |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Cambridge coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 23:59 Plymouth | 11h16 | 11:15 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Plymouth to Cambridge coaches with Omio?
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 Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Cambridge.
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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 Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Cambridge.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Cambridge.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Cambridge
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Buses from Plymouth to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 359 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 359 km |
Average bus duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Plymouth to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Cambridge with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plymouth to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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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