Bus Tickets from Cardiff to Cambridge

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from US$37
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 26 at
    Destination city: Cambridge
    Destination location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 26 at
    Destination city: Cambridge
    Destination location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 26 at
    Destination city: Cambridge
    Destination location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Cambridge
    Destination location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: August 26 at
    Destination city: Cambridge
    Destination location: City Centre
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Cambridge

Bus
Average PriceUS$29 - US$51Average Duration9h 15m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$181 - US$362Average Duration5h 21m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$20 - US$20Average Duration4h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to Cambridge

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
9h 15mAverage Duration
US$29Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Cambridge: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure4:45am
Distance238 km
Latest bus departure4:45pm

Cardiff to Cambridge Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cambridge from Cardiff, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Cambridge

  1. What is the travel distance from Cardiff to Cambridge?

    The distance between Cardiff and Cambridge is approximately 241 km (150 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cardiff to Cambridge?

    Buses departing from Sophia Gardens in Cardiff will take you to City Centre in Cambridge.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Cambridge was searched and found on Aug 29, 2025 with a price of US$29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Cambridge, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$52 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29 which is on 2025-08-29.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to Cambridge.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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