Stratford to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

1 h 14 m

Average duration

1 h 49 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Stratford 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 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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.

FlixBus
13:451h15
Stratford
15:00Cambridge
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:451h14
Stratford
22:59Cambridge
£81One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:202h40
Stratford
19:00Cambridge
£301One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:402h05
Stratford
00:45Cambridge
£371One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach 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 £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 73 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£19

Average Price

2h 9m

Average total duration

1h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Abellio Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Live departures

Stratford to Cambridge bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNXA9 · NX777
Delayed
16:21 07:35London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h10
09:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNXA9 · NX728
Delayed
16:21 09:20London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h15
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h20
12:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
Delayed
16:21 11:00London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h25
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
Delayed
16:21 12:00London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h25
14:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h20
13:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
Delayed
16:21 13:00London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h25
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:30 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h30
16:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
Delayed
16:21 15:00London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h15
17:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
On time
17:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h40
20:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
On time
19:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h20
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:35 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h15
21:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
On time
21:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h15
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:20 London, Stratford City Bus Station
1h15
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA9 · NX727
On time
23:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h05
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change
national_expressNXA9 · NX777
On time
23:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station
2h05
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stratford to Cambridge

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Buses from Stratford to Cambridge run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
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
73 km
Average bus duration
1h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 14m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:58
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 Stratford to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £5. 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 5m
Cheapest Price
£25
National Express frequency
10 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: Stratford to Cambridge coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Stratford to Cambridge with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Stratford to Cambridge.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stratford to Cambridge can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stratford to Cambridge is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Stratford to Cambridge coach travel time is 1 h 40 min   for the 45 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stratford to Cambridge leaves at 00: 32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stratford to Cambridge leaves at 23: 35.
There are 12 coaches a day from Stratford to Cambridge which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stratford to Cambridge, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Cambridge. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stratford and Cambridge and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Stratford City Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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.

A day trip to Cambridge from Stratford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stratford to Cambridge by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel to Cambridge from Stratford 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Stratford to Cambridge has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Stratford to Cambridge, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.
    No, luggage for the coach from Stratford to Cambridge needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stratford to Cambridge.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Cambridge

    Stratford
    Cambridge
    The major coach station for departures in Stratford is London, Stratford City Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Stratford City Bus Station for your trip from Stratford to Cambridge.
    London, Stratford City Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Montfichet Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Five Guys (in the station)
    • Wahaca (0.2 km)
    • The Real Greek (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Stratford City Bus 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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