How to get from Liverpool to Cambridge

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Cambridge from Liverpool. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 7 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 20m
£16
£29
15
Train
3h 47m
£55
£86
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cambridge from Liverpool?

You can reach Cambridge with just £16 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £16
Friday
from £29
Saturday
from £26
Sunday
from £28
Monday
from £16
Tuesday
from £22
Wednesday
from £25

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    14:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    14:10
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    11h 0m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 48m
    0
    09:12
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    14:00
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £75
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 47m
    0
    08:43
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    12:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £83
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 59m
    0
    08:54
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    13:53
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £98
  • Merseyrail
    4h 17m
    0
    09:13
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    13:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £105
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 53m
    0
    09:08
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    13:01
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £106

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 5m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £55
  • Merseyrail
    5h 17m
    0
    12:43
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    18:00
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £68
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 49m
    0
    16:12
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    21:01
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £69
  • TransPennine Express
    5h 0m
    0
    08:53
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    13:53
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £96
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    15:51
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    20:44
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £106

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    18:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    18:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    16:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    13:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    11h 0m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    11h 0m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30

What are the fastest trips from Liverpool to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge from Liverpool in just 3h 47m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. 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 3h 47m
Friday
from 8h 40m
Saturday
from 4h 5m
Sunday
from 8h 20m
Monday
from 9h 5m
Tuesday
from 8h 40m
Wednesday
from 8h 40m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 47m
    0
    08:43
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    12:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £83
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 53m
    0
    09:08
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    13:01
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £106
  • Merseyrail
    4h 17m
    0
    09:13
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    13:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £105
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 48m
    0
    09:12
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    14:00
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £75
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 59m
    0
    08:54
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    13:53
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £98
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    11h 0m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    14:10
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    23:45
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    14:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 5m
    0
    05:25
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    09:30
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £55
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 49m
    0
    16:12
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    21:01
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £69
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    15:51
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    20:44
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £106
  • TransPennine Express
    5h 0m
    0
    08:53
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    13:53
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £96
  • Merseyrail
    5h 17m
    0
    12:43
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    18:00
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Merseyrail
    Economy
    from £68
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 5m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    11h 5m
    0
    12:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    18:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    18:50
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    15:25
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    00:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    13:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    22:30
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    16:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    11h 0m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    19:10
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    10h 40m
    0
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    11h 0m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    17:15
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    11h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    23:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Liverpool to Cambridge

What are the most popular stations in Liverpool and Cambridge?

In Liverpool, you will usually depart from James Street Station, Lime Street Station or One Bus Station, while in Cambridge you will be arriving at Jesus College, Drummer Street or Gazeley Road Bus Station, 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 Liverpool? With 6 connections between 7 Bus and Train 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 Liverpool and Cambridge, you can pay as low as £16 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Cambridge in just 3h 47m.

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 Liverpool and Cambridge are National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast, 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 Liverpool 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 Birkenhead or to Trumpington, and look at flights from Blackpool 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 Liverpool to Cambridge?

The most popular companies between Liverpool and Cambridge, are National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express and 2 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Cambridge

How can I reach Cambridge from Liverpool?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Cambridge from Liverpool.

How far is Cambridge from Liverpool?

The distance between Liverpool and Cambridge is 248.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Liverpool 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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 42 kgs, and a flight 61 kgs.

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

You can get to Cambridge with just £16 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool 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 3h 47m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Liverpool and to Cambridge

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

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