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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | City Centre | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Birmingham Airport - BHX | City Centre | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Coach Station | City Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Coach Station | City Centre | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Cambridge
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Cambridge?
Stops in Birmingham
- BMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
Stops in Cambridge
- A37 Parkside, Cambridge CB1 1PN, UK
- B
Drummer St
19305 Parker St, Cambridge CB1 1NQ, UK - C
Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road
Granta Pl, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1RS, UK - D
Cambridge Parkside
Gonville Pl, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 1NA, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Cambridge
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge?
The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge start from £13. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Cambridge?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Cambridge is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cambridge route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Cambridge?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cambridge at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cambridge?
A bus journey from Birmingham to Cambridge produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Cambridge?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29828 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Cambridge?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Cambridge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Cambridge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cambridge was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £62 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-12.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
