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What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Cambridge?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses to Cambridge from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
5h 2m
£55
£67
12
Flight
1h 15m
£32
£69
9

What is the cheapest way to reach Cambridge from Edinburgh?

You can reach Cambridge with just £32 by taking a Flight from R Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £83
Friday
from £53
Saturday
from £36
Sunday
from £45
Monday
from £32
Tuesday
from £32
Wednesday
from £47

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £83
  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    07:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:10
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £95
  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    15:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:15
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £95
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £108

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    20:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:10
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £53
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:55
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £65
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    14:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    19:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £36
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:40
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    13:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:50
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £50
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    15:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:25
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £45
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    11:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:55
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    13:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:35
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 8m
    0
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    14:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 8m
    0
    10:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    15:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 8m
    0
    11:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    16:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • Lumo
    5h 2m
    0
    13:56
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    18:58
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Lumo
    Economy
    from £102

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    09:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £32
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    06:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:35
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    19:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:25
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £32
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £45
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    14:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:10
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:15
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £52
  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    11:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:40
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £53
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    15:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge from Edinburgh in just 1h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 15m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 15m
Sunday
from 1h 15m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m
Wednesday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £108
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:25
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £128
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:55
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £128
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £83

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £65
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    18:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    12:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:05
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £108
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:55
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    09:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:40
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:40
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    15:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    11:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:25
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £86
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Lumo
    5h 2m
    0
    13:56
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    18:58
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Lumo
    Economy
    from £102
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 8m
    0
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    14:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 8m
    0
    10:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    15:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    5h 8m
    0
    11:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    16:08
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    18:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:55
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £66
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:35
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £69
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £76

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £94
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    19:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £45

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:10
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £47
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:15
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £62
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    15:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:20
    London Stansted Airport
    Stansted Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Cambridge

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Cambridge?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, while in Cambridge you will be arriving at Central Station, North Station or Trumpington Park and Ride, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cambridge from Edinburgh? With 8 connections between 2 Train, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Cambridge, you can pay as low as £32 with a Flight from R Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Cambridge in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Cambridge are EasyJet Airline, R Airlines and London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Cambridge is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Trumpington, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Cambridge Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Cambridge?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Cambridge, are EasyJet Airline, R Airlines and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and Lumo

Airlines: EasyJet Airline and R Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Cambridge

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Cambridge. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Cambridge

How can I reach Cambridge from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Cambridge from Edinburgh.

How far is Cambridge from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cambridge is 469.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Cambridge?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 80 kgs, and a flight 115 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge with just £32 by taking a Flight from R Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cambridge?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cambridge in just 1h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Cambridge

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Cambridge. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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