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Tomorrow4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$65
Sat6 Sept
from US$57
Sun7 Sept
Mon8 Sept
Tue9 Sept
Wed10 Sept
Thu11 Sept

Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Bus
Average priceUS$57 - US$147Average duration12h 55m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$82 - US$82Average duration7h 40m
20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cambridge to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 40mAverage duration
US$82Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cambridge to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$75
Average bus trip duration12h 55m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure09:15
Distance294 miles
Latest bus departure17:30

Cambridge to Edinburgh Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cambridge - Edinburgh

  1. What's the distance between Cambridge and Edinburgh by coach?

    The distance between Cambridge and Edinburgh by coach is approximately 292 miles (471 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cambridge to Edinburgh avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Edinburgh was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$53

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

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$71 for a bus ticket from Cambridge to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cambridge and Edinburgh!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cambridge to Edinburgh will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cambridge to Edinburgh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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