Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Manchester Airport | City Centre | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | City Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Cambridge
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£18 - £67 | Average duration8h 15m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£30 - £30 | Average duration3h 30m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Cambridge?
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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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Based on 11395 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Cambridge
How far is Cambridge from Manchester by coach?
The distance between Manchester and Cambridge by coach is approximately 133 miles (214 km).
Is there a way to reach Cambridge from Manchester without a car?
The best way to go from Manchester to Cambridge without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Cambridge was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Cambridge as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £64 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-25.
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