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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Cambridge

Bus
Average PriceUS$26 - US$35Average Duration9h 9m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$181 - US$362Average Duration5h 21m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$20 - US$20Average Duration4h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to Cambridge

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 9 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
9h 9mAverage Duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Cambridge: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$27
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 9m
Number of daily buses4.5
Earliest bus departure4:45am
Distance241 km
Latest bus departure4:45pm

Cardiff to Cambridge Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cambridge from Cardiff, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Cambridge

  1. What is the travel distance from Cardiff to Cambridge?

    The distance between Cardiff and Cambridge is approximately 241 km (150 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cardiff to Cambridge?

    Buses departing from Sophia Gardens in Cardiff will take you to City Centre in Cambridge.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Cambridge was searched and found on Jun 21, 2025 with a price of US$24

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cardiff to Cambridge, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to Cambridge.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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