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Compare all timetables for the bus from Birmingham to Cambridge

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Birmingham to Cambridge from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $26
tomorrow
from $24
Thursday
from $24
Friday
from $22
Saturday
from $20
Sunday
from $18
Monday
from $16

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    7:10 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    2:00 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    7:10 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    5:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $72

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    7:10 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    2:00 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    2:00 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    2:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    4:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    7:10 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    2:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    4:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    10:30 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    6:50 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    3:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $69

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    2:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    4:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    10:30 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    6:50 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    3:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $68

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    2:00 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    2:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    4:35 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    7:10 PM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $68

Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Cambridge

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Cambridge are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily buses from Birmingham to Cambridge. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Birmingham and Cambridge.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 31 buses from Birmingham to Cambridge, while Night sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Cambridge, with 11 offers.

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Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Cambridge

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 11 times every day by bus from Birmingham to Cambridge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Cambridge starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 3h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 11 Ø
Distance 87.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Cambridge

Every day, 11 buses from 2 bus companies leave Birmingham for Cambridge: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/15
Monday 06/16
Tuesday 06/17
$26
Wednesday 06/18
$24
Thursday 06/19
$24
Friday 06/20
$39
Saturday 06/21
$24
Sunday 06/22
$22
Monday 06/23
$22
Tuesday 06/24
$22
Wednesday 06/25
$26
Thursday 06/26
$22
Friday 06/27
$15
Saturday 06/28
$16
Sunday 06/29
$18
Monday 06/30
$16
Tuesday 07/01
$22
Wednesday 07/02
$22
Thursday 07/03
$16
Friday 07/04
$18
Saturday 07/05
$17
Sunday 07/06
$33
Monday 07/07
$16
Tuesday 07/08
Wednesday 07/09
$22
Thursday 07/10
$15
Friday 07/11
Saturday 07/12

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 $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Cambridge. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Cambridge, with $16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

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 a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

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 bus 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 buses from Birmingham to Cambridge are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Birmingham to Cambridge

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

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 $22
Fastest Bus 3h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:15 AM
Last Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 6/17/2025

FlixBus from Birmingham to Cambridge

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 5h 15m
Earliest Bus 5:45 AM
Last Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 6/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Cambridge

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham and Cambridge.

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.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Cambridge

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

FAQs about the Birmingham to Cambridge bus

How much does a Birmingham Cambridge bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 6h 35m to reach Cambridge. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $74. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cambridge.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham to Cambridge each day?

Every day, the Birmingham to Cambridge bus route is served by approximately 11 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham to Cambridge take?

The fastest bus from Birmingham to Cambridge is offered by National Express and takes 3h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Cambridge?

The earliest bus arriving in Cambridge from Birmingham starts at 5:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Birmingham to Cambridge?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham for Cambridge starts at 11:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Cambridge route?

When traveling by bus from Birmingham to Cambridge, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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: National Express and FlixBus.

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

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 Birmingham Cambridge bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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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