Birmingham to Cambridge Bus

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Date Tomorrow
Return + Return
Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ €14.46 £12.41
  • Average duration 3h 41m
  • Connections per day 23
  • Distance 141 km
  • CO₂ per person 13 kg

bus from Birmingham to Cambridge

The journey from Birmingham to Cambridge is about 141 km. On average a bus trip takes 3h 41m with 23 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ €14.46 £12.41
Trip duration 3h 41m
Connections per day 23
Lowest price ≈ €14.46 £12.41
Highest price ≈ €48.95 £42.01
First departure 03:45 AM
Last departure 11:45 PM
Distance 141 km
Departure Birmingham
Arrival Cambridge
Travel operator Megabus, megabus
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megabus9.87 kg CO₂
08:15Brunel St Brunel St
1h 45m
10:00Fair Street Maids Causeway
≈ €20.74 £17.80
direct
Flixbus9.87 kg CO₂
16:40Birmingham New Street
2h 5m
18:45Cambridge, Trumpington
≈ €20.96 £17.99
direct
megabus9.87 kg CO₂
13:55Brunel St Brunel St
2h 5m
16:00Fair Street Maids Causeway
≈ €21.07 £18.08
direct

Next departures from Birmingham to Cambridge

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express ≈ €105.83 £90.60
03:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 15m · 1 changes
10:20 Cambridge, Parkside
National Express ≈ €52.04 £44.55
03:45 Coach Station
4h 15m · 1 changes
10:20 City Centre
National Express ≈ €105.83 £90.60
07:35 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 15m · 1 changes
14:00 Cambridge, Parkside
National Express ≈ €52.04 £44.55
07:35 Coach Station
4h 15m · 1 changes
14:00 City Centre
National Express ≈ €52.04 £44.55
07:55 Birmingham International Airport
3h 55m · 1 changes
14:00 City Centre
Megabus ≈ €59.57 £51.00
09:10 Birmingham Brunel Street
2h 25m · direct
11:35 Cambridge Fair Street
Megabus ≈ €34.74 £29.74
09:10 Brunel Street
2h 25m · direct
11:35 Fair Street
National Express ≈ €56.48 £48.35
12:00 Coach Station
4h 35m · 1 changes
18:45 City Centre
National Express ≈ €114.59 £98.10
12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 35m · 1 changes
18:45 Cambridge, Parkside
National Express ≈ €56.48 £48.35
12:25 Birmingham International Airport
4h 10m · 1 changes
18:45 City Centre
National Express ≈ €53.61 £45.90
15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h 50m · direct
18:50 Cambridge, Parkside
National Express ≈ €26.12 £22.36
15:00 Coach Station
3h 50m · direct
18:50 City Centre
Megabus ≈ €59.57 £51.00
15:10 Birmingham Brunel Street
2h 25m · direct
17:35 Cambridge, Jesus College
Megabus ≈ €34.74 £29.74
15:10 Brunel Street
2h 25m · direct
17:35 Fair Street
National Express ≈ €26.12 £22.36
15:25 Birmingham International Airport
3h 25m · direct
18:50 City Centre
National Express ≈ €105.83 £90.60
15:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 30m · 1 changes
22:20 Cambridge, Parkside
National Express ≈ €52.04 £44.55
15:30 Coach Station
4h 30m · 1 changes
22:20 City Centre
National Express ≈ €52.04 £44.55
15:55 Birmingham International Airport
4h 5m · 1 changes
22:20 City Centre
FlixBus ≈ €33.85 £28.98
19:20 Birmingham new street
2h 10m · direct
21:30 Cambridge, Trumpington
FlixBus ≈ €17.50 £14.98
19:20 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
2h 10m · direct
21:30 Cambridge, Trumpington
National Express ≈ €52.04 £44.55
23:45 Coach Station
4h 10m · 1 changes
05:45 City Centre
National Express ≈ €101.27 £86.70
23:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 10m · 1 changes
05:45 Cambridge, Parkside
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service that operates in North America, Canada, and Europe. It was founded in 2003 and is owned by Stagecoach Group, a multinational transport company. Megabus retains its own brand in Britain and North America, but in Continental Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, its services have been rebranded as Flixbus since the acquisition by a German company in June 2016.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

On Megabus, you are allowed 20 kg of luggage and space for small items in the overhead compartments to keep essentials within reach.

Food and drink

Passengers are allowed to bring cold food, cold beverages, and hot drinks with a lid when traveling with Megabus.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available on board on Megabus, allowing passengers to update their social media in real-time.

Power sockets

On Megabus, each seat has a power outlet for charging devices during the trip.

Accessibility

The services are accessible to people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities. Megabus works with AbilityNet to ensure the website and services are usable by everyone.

Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 9.87kg
bus 10.58kg
flight 28.2kg
carpool 22.56kg

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