How far is Cambridge from Heathrow by coach?

The journey from Heathrow to Cambridge by coach covers an approximate distance of 57 miles (91 km).

Is there a way to reach Cambridge from Heathrow without a car?

The best way to go from Heathrow to Cambridge without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Heathrow to Cambridge from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Heathrow to Cambridge on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:50	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 5m	10:55	Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)	CheapestFastest
07:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	09:55	City Centre	No tags
19:35	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 5m	21:40	Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)	No tags
07:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	09:55	City Centre	No tags
08:50	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 25m	11:15	City Centre	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Cambridge on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:05	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	13:25	City Centre	Cheapest
21:20	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 15m	23:35	City Centre	Fastest
07:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	09:55	City Centre	No tags
07:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	09:55	City Centre	No tags
09:15	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	11:35	City Centre	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:03 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heathrow to Cambridge

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

57 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £64	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,700 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers consistently praise the comfortable and efficient service provided by National Express, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers. The booking system is straightforward, making travel easy. However, some users mentioned minor inconveniences such as unclear signage at Heathrow's central bus station and a lack of WiFi on buses.

National Express Heathrow Cambridge recent customer reviews

A very straight forward system once booking was made.Just turn up,watch Departure screen,go to bus no ,board and sit back & relax.Just an enjoyable 2 hr trip.

Gerard M.

23 September 2024

The temperature was freezing for a while but the driver was quick to adjust when I asked

Cyd J.

16 May 2024

The driver was fantastic! Although there were great problems with traffic jam, roadworks, and a delay from the start he got us there safely and almost on time!

Susanne S.

8 May 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,226 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Cambridge?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Stops in Cambridge

A - City Centre

B - Drummer St

C - Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road

D - Cambridge Parkside

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Heathrow to Cambridge

How far is Cambridge from Heathrow by coach?
The journey from Heathrow to Cambridge by coach covers an approximate distance of 57 miles (91 km).
Is there a way to reach Cambridge from Heathrow without a car?
The best way to go from Heathrow to Cambridge without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/11

£17

07/11

No data

Today

No data

09/11

£30

10/11

£9

11/11

£31

12/11

£13

13/11

£9

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Cambridge was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £65 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-10.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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