Bus Cambridge to Bournemouth: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth

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

today

tomorrow

$39

Saturday

$34

Sunday

Monday

$44

Tuesday

Wednesday

$43

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 40m	9:40 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	9:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:40:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
National Express	7h 50m	7:15 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	3:05 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 7:15:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
National Express	9h 0m	10:50 AM	Cambridge	Parkside	7:50 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:50:00 AM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
National Express	8h 23m	12:15 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	8:38 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 12:15:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:38:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 23m
National Express	7h 33m	4:00 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	11:33 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$53	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 4:00:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 33m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 30m	12:30 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	9:00 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
FlixBus	8h 10m	12:50 PM	Cambridge	Trumpington Park and Ride	9:00 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 12:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
National Express	6h 50m	6:55 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	1:45 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 6:55:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	11h 40m	9:40 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	9:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:40:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
National Express	5h 5m	8:00 AM	Cambridge	Parkside	1:05 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 8:00:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 45m	10:50 AM	Cambridge	Parkside	7:35 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 10:50:00 AM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
National Express	8h 23m	12:15 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	8:38 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:38:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 23m
National Express	6h 30m	7:15 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	1:45 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 7:15:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	11h 50m	9:40 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	9:30 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 9:40:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
National Express	7h 33m	4:00 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	11:33 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$50	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:00:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 33m

Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth via Luton Airport, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:50 PM
  
  Cambridge
  Trumpington Park and Ride
  
  1:55 PM
  
  Luton Airport
  Luton Airport Parkway Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:50:00 PM to Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  7h 0m
  
  0
  
  2:00 PM
  
  Luton Airport
  Luton Airport Parkway Train Station
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Bournemouth
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 35m	10:50 AM	Cambridge	Parkside	7:25 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:50:00 AM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
National Express	6h 30m	7:15 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	1:45 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 7:15:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	7h 13m	1:55 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	9:08 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$47	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 1:55:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:08:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 13m
National Express	6h 5m	12:15 PM	Cambridge	Parkside	6:20 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$51	A Bus from National Express goes from Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:15:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	5h 50m	12:30 PM	Cambridge	Trumpington Park and Ride	6:20 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$51	A Bus from National Express goes from Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 12:30:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth via Luton Airport, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:50 PM
  
  Cambridge
  Trumpington Park and Ride
  
  1:55 PM
  
  Luton Airport
  Luton Airport Parkway Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 12:50:00 PM to Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  7h 0m
  
  0
  
  2:00 PM
  
  Luton Airport
  Luton Airport Parkway Train Station
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Bournemouth
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save $9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth is $29 on 12/11/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 19 daily coaches between Cambridge and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 33 buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth, with 14 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 20 times every day by bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cambridge to Bournemouth starting from $29!

Cheapest Bus	$29
Fastest Bus	4h 50m
Earliest Bus	3:50 AM
Latest Bus	7:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	20 Ø
Distance	134.0 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cambridge to Bournemouth

Every day, 20 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cambridge for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$44

Saturday 12/06

$64

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$45

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$45

Thursday 12/11

$29

Friday 12/12

$47

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$47

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

$71

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $34, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $44.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Bournemouth, with $29. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $43.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge to Bournemouth

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 Cambridge to Bournemouth 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 Cambridge to Bournemouth, 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 Cambridge to Bournemouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and Bournemouth

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

Parkside

Parkside 36

Trumpington Park and Ride

Hauxton Road

Babraham Crossroads

Cambridge Rd

Jesus College

Victoria Ave

Trumpington

High Street

Central Bus Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Pier

Exeter Road

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth

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

FAQs about the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Cambridge Bournemouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $29 and takes 8h 30m to reach Bournemouth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $29 and $88. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bournemouth.

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

Every day, the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus route is served by approximately 20 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth is offered by National Express and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Bournemouth from Cambridge starts at 3:50 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 Cambridge to Bournemouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Cambridge for Bournemouth starts at 7:15 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 Cambridge Bournemouth route?

When traveling by bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth, 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 Cambridge and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth 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 Cambridge to Bournemouth 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 Cambridge Bournemouth 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 Cambridge Bournemouth 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 Cambridge to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Cambridge and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cambridge and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!