What is the distance between Gatwick and Cambridge?

Gatwick and Cambridge are 73 miles (117 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gatwick to Cambridge?

If you're headed to Cambridge from Gatwick, chances are that your bus will depart from London Gatwick Airport and arrive at City Centre. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cambridge?

Once in Cambridge, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cambridge University Botanical Garden, Anglesey Abbey Gardens & Lode Mill, Imperial War Museum Duxford, Cambridgeshire Wine School and Trinity Great Court.

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Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gatwick to Cambridge on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	6h 55m	2:35am	City Centre	No tags
Bus	7:55pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	6h 40m	2:35am	City Centre	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	5h 15m	2:35am	City Centre	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	5h	2:35am	City Centre	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	6h 15m	5:45am	City Centre	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

21h 25mAverage Duration

74 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $65	Average Duration21h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $109	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $13	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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National Express

4/529,717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 15 reviews, National Express was rated 3.9 stars for this trip. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $54, with the trip lasting on average 894.

National Express Gatwick Cambridge recent customer reviews

The bus driver had his wife on board and in spite of the fact that she too appeared to work for National Express, it was highly unprofessional of him to go over to her and start groping her in front of passengers

Patricia M.

November 8, 2017

aggressive driving towards other road users is unacceptable.

William P.

February 21, 2020

Great service

Lynda C.

September 6, 2018

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Where are the popular stops in Gatwick and Cambridge?

Stops in Gatwick

A - London Gatwick Airport

Stops in Cambridge

A - City Centre

B - Drummer St

C - Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road

D - Cambridge Parkside

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gatwick to Cambridge by bus

What is the distance between Gatwick and Cambridge?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gatwick to Cambridge?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cambridge?