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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Cambridge

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

today
$21
tomorrow
$20
Sunday
$21
Monday
$26
Tuesday
$19
Wednesday
$36
Thursday
$25

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 15m 4:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:55 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
FlixBus 9h 10m 12:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 9:50 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
FlixBus 9h 10m 4:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:50 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
National Express 8h 5m 11:05 AM Cardiff Coach Station 7:10 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $43
National Express 6h 10m 5:25 AM Cardiff Coach Station 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $61

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 5m 3:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 11:15 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $20
FlixBus 9h 15m 4:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:55 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $20
FlixBus 9h 10m 12:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 9:50 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $20
National Express 7h 30m 11:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 6:50 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $36
National Express 5h 55m 5:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $45

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 5m 3:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 11:15 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
FlixBus 9h 15m 4:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:55 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
FlixBus 9h 5m 6:45 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:50 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $21
National Express 7h 30m 11:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 6:50 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $36
National Express 5h 55m 5:40 AM Cardiff Coach Station 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $55

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 5m 10:00 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $26
National Express 7h 50m 11:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 7:10 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $35
National Express 6h 10m 5:25 AM Cardiff Coach Station 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $50
National Express 7h 5m 4:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 11:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $56
National Express 6h 30m 3:25 AM Cardiff Coach Station 9:55 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $60

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 45m 3:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 10:55 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy $19
FlixBus 9h 0m 4:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:40 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy $19
FlixBus 8h 55m 12:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 9:35 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride  Economy $19
National Express 6h 35m 10:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $24
National Express 7h 50m 11:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 7:10 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $35

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 35m 10:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $36
National Express 7h 50m 11:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 7:10 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $36
National Express 6h 10m 5:25 AM Cardiff Coach Station 11:35 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $45
National Express 6h 30m 3:25 AM Cardiff Coach Station 9:55 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $56
National Express 7h 0m 2:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 9:35 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $60
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Cambridge via Bristol, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      4:40 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      6:10 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      7h 15m
      0
      6:20 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      1:35 AM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 5m 3:10 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 11:15 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $25
FlixBus 9h 10m 12:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 9:50 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $25
FlixBus 9h 10m 4:40 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 1:50 AM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $25
National Express 6h 35m 10:30 AM Cardiff Coach Station 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $38
National Express 7h 50m 11:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 7:10 PM Cambridge Parkside  Economy $43

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Cambridge is $19 on 3/17/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Cambridge

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Cambridge are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily buses from Cardiff to Cambridge. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Cardiff and Cambridge.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 45 buses from Cardiff to Cambridge, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Cambridge, with 31 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Cambridge

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 15 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Cambridge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Cambridge starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 5h 55m
Earliest Bus 4:40 AM
Latest Bus 4:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 15 Ø
Distance 149.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Cambridge

Every day, 15 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Cambridge: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/13/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/08
Monday 03/09
Tuesday 03/10
Wednesday 03/11
Thursday 03/12
Friday 03/13
$21
Saturday 03/14
$20
Sunday 03/15
$21
Monday 03/16
$26
Tuesday 03/17
$19
Wednesday 03/18
$36
Thursday 03/19
$25
Friday 03/20
$23
Saturday 03/21
$21
Sunday 03/22
$21
Monday 03/23
$22
Tuesday 03/24
$30
Wednesday 03/25
$36
Thursday 03/26
$19
Friday 03/27
$24
Saturday 03/28
$29
Sunday 03/29
$29
Monday 03/30
$32
Tuesday 03/31
$35
Wednesday 04/01
Thursday 04/02
$24
Friday 04/03
$42
Saturday 04/04

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Cambridge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Cambridge, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Cambridge. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $36.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Cambridge, with $19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $20.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Cambridge are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Cambridge

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Cambridge? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to Cambridge.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Cambridge

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Cambridge bus

How much does a Cardiff Cambridge bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 9h 15m to reach Cambridge. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $107. 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 Cardiff to Cambridge each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Cambridge bus route is served by approximately 15 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Cambridge is offered by National Express and takes 5h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $45. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Cambridge?

The earliest bus arriving in Cambridge from Cardiff starts at 4:40 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 Cardiff to Cambridge?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Cambridge starts at 4:40 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 Cardiff Cambridge route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Cambridge?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cardiff to Cambridge?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 15 daily trips between Cardiff and Cambridge. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cardiff to Cambridge?

Prices and availability for 15 trips between Cardiff and Cambridge change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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