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Today25 Apr
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$16
Sun27 Apr
Mon28 Apr
from US$13
Tue29 Apr
Wed30 Apr
Thu1 May
Fri2 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Cambridge
    Departure location: City Centre
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cambridge to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$64
Average bus trip duration5h 55m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure05:15
Distance81 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Cambridge to Birmingham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cambridge - Birmingham

  1. How much does a coach ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham cost?

    The price for a coach ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham starts at US$11, though the average is US$64. These prices can change depending on factors like the date, the class and the coach company you choose. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long does the coach from Cambridge to Birmingham take?

    The average duration for a trip from Cambridge to Birmingham by coach is around 5h 55m. The fastest coach journey typically takes 2h 5m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time does the first coach from Cambridge to Birmingham leave?

    The first departure to Birmingham is at 05:15. Keep in mind that departure times might change on weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between Cambridge and Birmingham by coach?

    The distance between Cambridge and Birmingham by coach is approximately 88 miles (141 km).

  5. How can I get from Cambridge to Birmingham without driving?

    You can travel to Birmingham from Cambridge by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

  6. Can you go on a day trip from Cambridge to Birmingham?

    Yes, you can go on a day trip from Cambridge to Birmingham. It takes about 4h 10m in total to complete a round-trip between the two locations. That gives you plenty of time to visit Birmingham before making your way back to Cambridge in the evening.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/04
US$17
24/04
US$15
Today
US$22
26/04
US$16
27/04
US$21
28/04
US$13
29/04
US$12
30/04
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Birmingham was searched and found on 29 Apr 2025 with a price of US$12

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

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$81 for a bus ticket from Cambridge to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-04-29.

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.

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 Birmingham!

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

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

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Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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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