4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Cambridge will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 buses that leave Stratford for Cambridge every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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 coach and train for Stratford to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 73 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stratford to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Cambridge coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 20:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1h15 | 21:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1h15 | 23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 00:45 Stratford | 1h15 | 02:00 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:14 Stratford | 2h35 | 10:49 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Stratford to Cambridge coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or flibco to find the best option for your trip from Stratford to Cambridge.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stratford to Cambridge.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or flibco to find the best option for your trip from Stratford to Cambridge.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stratford to Cambridge.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to Cambridge
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Buses from Stratford to Cambridge run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, flibco from Stratford to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Cambridge with FlixBus, National Express, flibco for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stratford to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Cambridge
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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