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Compare all timetables for the bus from Plymouth to Cambridge

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Plymouth to Cambridge from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£29
tomorrow
£55
Monday
£19
Tuesday
£21
Wednesday
£23
Thursday
£38
Friday
£25

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 10m 06:45 Plymouth Coach Station 16:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £29
National Express 11h 15m 07:35 Plymouth Coach Station 18:50 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £55
National Express 7h 50m 15:45 Plymouth Coach Station 23:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £56
National Express 8h 50m 06:35 Plymouth Coach Station 15:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £59
National Express 9h 25m 12:10 Plymouth Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £59

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 07:35 Plymouth Coach Station 18:50 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £55
National Express 8h 0m 03:35 Plymouth Coach Station 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £56
National Express 8h 50m 06:35 Plymouth Coach Station 15:25 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £56
National Express 9h 25m 00:30 Plymouth Coach Station 09:55 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £58
National Express 9h 25m 12:10 Plymouth Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cambridge via Exeter, you can save more than £22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 15m
      0
      07:55
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      09:05
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      9h 30m
      0
      09:40
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      19:10
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £28
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 11m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 13:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £19
FlixBus 12h 51m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 12:50 Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy £19
National Express 10h 30m 06:35 Plymouth Coach Station 17:05 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £40
National Express 8h 45m 02:50 Plymouth Coach Station 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £43
National Express 9h 25m 12:10 Plymouth Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 11m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 13:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £21
FlixBus 12h 51m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 12:50 Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy £21
National Express 10h 30m 06:35 Plymouth Coach Station 17:05 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £36
National Express 9h 10m 06:20 Plymouth Coach Station 15:30 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £42
National Express 8h 45m 02:50 Plymouth Coach Station 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 30m 06:35 Plymouth Coach Station 17:05 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £23
FlixBus 13h 11m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 13:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £25
FlixBus 12h 51m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 12:50 Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy £25
National Express 8h 45m 02:50 Plymouth Coach Station 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £45
National Express 9h 25m 12:10 Plymouth Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 30m 06:35 Plymouth Coach Station 17:05 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £38
National Express 8h 45m 02:50 Plymouth Coach Station 11:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £45
National Express 9h 25m 12:10 Plymouth Coach Station 21:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £47
National Express 10h 20m 08:50 Plymouth Coach Station 19:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £54
National Express 8h 5m 15:30 Plymouth Coach Station 23:35 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £54
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cambridge via Exeter, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 45m
      0
      06:20
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      07:25
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • National Express
      7h 55m
      0
      09:10
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      17:05
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £22
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 11m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 13:10 Cambridge Parkside  Economy £25
FlixBus 12h 51m 23:59 Plymouth Coach Station 12:50 Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plymouth to Cambridge via Taunton, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 0m
      0
      19:10
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      21:15
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 4h 40m
    • FlixBus
      11h 15m
      0
      01:55
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      13:10
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is 5h 9m longer, but you will save £4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Plymouth to Cambridge is £19 on 20/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Plymouth and Cambridge

See here how frequent the connections between Plymouth and Cambridge are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily coaches from Plymouth to Cambridge. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Plymouth and Cambridge.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 24 coaches from Plymouth to Cambridge, while Night sees the fewest connections between Plymouth and Cambridge, with 11 offers.

Facts about coaches from Plymouth to Cambridge

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Plymouth to Cambridge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plymouth to Cambridge starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 7h 50m
Earliest Coach 03:35
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 359.5 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Plymouth to Cambridge

Every day, 8 buses from 2 coach companies leave Plymouth for Cambridge: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/04/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 13/04
Tuesday 14/04
Wednesday 15/04
Thursday 16/04
Friday 17/04
Saturday 18/04
£29
Sunday 19/04
£55
Monday 20/04
£40
Tuesday 21/04
£21
Wednesday 22/04
£25
Thursday 23/04
£38
Friday 24/04
£25
Saturday 25/04
£31
Sunday 26/04
£38
Monday 27/04
£40
Tuesday 28/04
£20
Wednesday 29/04
£29
Thursday 30/04
£34
Friday 01/05
£36
Saturday 02/05
£31
Sunday 03/05
£38
Monday 04/05
£30
Tuesday 05/05
£36
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£45
Saturday 09/05
£31
Sunday 10/05

The cheapest time to travel from Plymouth to Cambridge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Plymouth to Cambridge, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Plymouth to Cambridge. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £38.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plymouth to Cambridge, with £19. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £45.

How to save money travelling from Plymouth to Cambridge

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Plymouth 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 bus from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Cambridge are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Plymouth to Cambridge

These are the most booked bus companies between Plymouth to Cambridge from our users.

National Express from Plymouth to Cambridge

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 7h 50m
Earliest Coach 03:35
Last Coach 23:15
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 24/03/2026

FlixBus from Plymouth to Cambridge

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 12h 51m
Earliest Coach 23:59
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 25/03/2026

All bus stations and stops in Plymouth and Cambridge

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Plymouth and Cambridge.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plymouth to Cambridge

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Plymouth to Cambridge? Or which bus companies serve the route Plymouth to Cambridge? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Plymouth to Cambridge bus

How much does a Plymouth - Cambridge coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Plymouth - Cambridge bus trip is available from £19 and takes 13h 11m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Plymouth to Cambridge is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £72. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Plymouth to Cambridge is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cambridge from Plymouth take?

The quickest coach from Plymouth to Cambridge is provided by National Express and takes 7h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £56. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plymouth to Cambridge?

The earliest bus to Cambridge departs from Plymouth at 03:35. 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 Plymouth to Cambridge?

The latest bus to Cambridge departs from Plymouth at 23:59. 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 Plymouth - Cambridge route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Cambridge?

You can check all the direct connections between Plymouth 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: National Express and FlixBus.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Cambridge on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Plymouth to Cambridge?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between Plymouth and Cambridge. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Plymouth to Cambridge?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between Plymouth and Cambridge change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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