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Which bus from Birmingham to Cambridge is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Cambridge. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£20
tomorrow
£18
Sunday
£17
Monday
£14
Tuesday
£14
Wednesday
£14
Thursday
£13

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 10m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 19:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £20
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £20
FlixBus 7h 15m 04:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:15 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £21
FlixBus 6h 25m 15:35 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 22:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £21
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 18:50 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 15m 04:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:15 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19
FlixBus 8h 30m 07:30 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 16:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £31

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 18:50 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19
FlixBus 8h 30m 07:30 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 16:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19
FlixBus 8h 20m 13:30 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 21:50 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 5m 15:35 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 21:40 Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy £14
FlixBus 7h 15m 04:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:15 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £15
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £15
National Express 4h 10m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 19:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 15m 04:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:15 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
FlixBus 8h 30m 07:30 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 16:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
National Express 4h 10m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 19:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 15m 04:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:15 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
FlixBus 8h 30m 07:30 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 16:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £14
National Express 4h 10m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 19:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 15m 04:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 11:15 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £13
FlixBus 8h 10m 05:45 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £13
FlixBus 8h 30m 07:30 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 16:00 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £13
National Express 4h 10m 15:00 Birmingham Coach Station 19:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17
National Express 3h 35m 18:00 Birmingham Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Birmingham to Cambridge is £13 on 11/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Cambridge?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Cambridge. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily coaches from Birmingham to Cambridge. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Birmingham and Cambridge.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 42 coaches from Birmingham to Cambridge, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Cambridge, with 11 offers.

All facts for Birmingham to Cambridge bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and National Express that travel daily 15 times by bus from Birmingham to Cambridge in one click. Book your Birmingham to Cambridge bus ticket starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 04:00
Latest Coach 18:00
Daily Bus Connections 15 Ø
Distance 140.3 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge?

Every day, 15 buses from 2 coach companies leave Birmingham for Cambridge. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£20
Saturday 06/12
£18
Sunday 07/12
£17
Monday 08/12
£17
Tuesday 09/12
£14
Wednesday 10/12
£14
Thursday 11/12
£13
Friday 12/12
£14
Saturday 13/12
£13
Sunday 14/12
£16
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£13
Wednesday 17/12
£14
Thursday 18/12
£13
Friday 19/12
£16
Saturday 20/12
£18
Sunday 21/12
£18
Monday 22/12
£19
Tuesday 23/12
£17
Wednesday 24/12
£17
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£20
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Cambridge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Cambridge. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge, with £13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Cambridge

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Birmingham to Cambridge, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Birmingham to Cambridge are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Cambridge?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Cambridge timetable.

FlixBus from Birmingham to Cambridge

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Birmingham to Cambridge:

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 6h 5m
Earliest Coach 04:00
Last Coach 15:35
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025

National Express from Birmingham to Cambridge

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham to Cambridge:

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 04:35
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Cambridge

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Cambridge. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Cambridge? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Cambridge.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Cambridge

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Cambridge. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Cambridge bus

How much does a Birmingham Cambridge coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Cambridge bus trip is available from £13 and takes 8h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Cambridge?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £54. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Cambridge.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Cambridge route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Cambridge is offered by roughly 15 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cambridge from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Cambridge is provided by National Express and takes 3h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £20. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Cambridge?

The earliest bus to Cambridge departs from Birmingham at 04:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Cambridge?

The latest bus to Cambridge departs from Birmingham at 18:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Cambridge route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Cambridge can travel with FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cambridge?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Cambridge by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cambridge from Birmingham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Birmingham Cambridge bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Cambridge bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Cambridge on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Cambridge

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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