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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cambridge to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
$27
tomorrow
$29
Sunday
$28
Monday
$25
Tuesday
$34
Wednesday
$34
Thursday
$22

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 5m 11:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 5:55 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $27
National Express 5h 10m 7:55 AM Cambridge Parkside 1:05 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45
National Express 5h 30m 9:20 AM Cambridge Parkside 2:50 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45
National Express 6h 0m 1:55 PM Cambridge Parkside 7:55 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45
National Express 6h 35m 4:00 PM Cambridge Parkside 10:35 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 11:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 5:10 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $29
National Express 5h 20m 6:05 AM Cambridge Parkside 11:25 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45
National Express 5h 5m 8:00 AM Cambridge Parkside 1:05 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45
National Express 5h 15m 9:20 AM Cambridge Parkside 2:35 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45
National Express 5h 40m 1:55 PM Cambridge Parkside 7:35 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $45

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 50m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 7:00 PM Bournemouth Central Bus Station  Economy $28
FlixBus 6h 0m 3:00 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:00 PM Bournemouth Central Bus Station  Economy $28
FlixBus 5h 45m 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside 10:50 PM Bournemouth Central Bus Station  Economy $28
National Express 5h 20m 11:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 5:10 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $39
National Express 11h 50m 9:40 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:30 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      4:25 AM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      6:25 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • National Express
      1h 55m
      0
      7:35 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
      9:30 AM
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 45m 11:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 7:35 PM Bournemouth University  Economy $25
National Express 5h 20m 11:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 5:10 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $30
National Express 8h 23m 12:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 8:38 PM Bournemouth University  Economy $33
National Express 7h 33m 4:00 PM Cambridge Parkside 11:33 PM Bournemouth University  Economy $33
National Express 6h 30m 7:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 1:45 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 7:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 1:45 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 30m 4:00 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 9:30 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 6h 30m 9:35 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 4:05 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 40m 4:25 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 10:05 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 20m 6:35 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 11:55 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      5:50 PM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      7:50 PM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      1h 50m
      0
      8:15 PM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
      10:05 PM
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 1h 5m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 30m 4:00 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 9:30 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 40m 5:55 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 11:35 AM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 6h 15m 2:10 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 8:25 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 40m 4:25 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 10:05 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 20m 6:35 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 11:55 PM Bournemouth Train Station  Economy $34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      5:50 PM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      7:50 PM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      1h 50m
      0
      8:15 PM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Bus Station
      10:05 PM
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 1h 5m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 0m 3:00 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:00 PM Bournemouth Central Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 6h 20m 5:50 AM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 12:10 PM Bournemouth Central Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 5h 30m 5:20 PM Cambridge Trumpington Park and Ride 10:50 PM Bournemouth Central Bus Station  Economy $22
National Express 7h 35m 11:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 7:25 PM Bournemouth University  Economy $25
National Express 7h 13m 1:55 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:08 PM Bournemouth University  Economy $33

Frequency of bus connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Cambridge and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 46 buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth, with 19 offers.

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The cheapest bus for the 7/24/2026 costs just $20, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 16 times every day by bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cambridge to Bournemouth starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 4h 50m
Earliest Bus 7:55 AM
Latest Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 134.0 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cambridge to Bournemouth

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cambridge for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$20
Saturday 07/25
$29
Sunday 07/26
$39
Monday 07/27
$39
Tuesday 07/28
$34
Wednesday 07/29
$23
Thursday 07/30
$34
Friday 07/31
$23
Saturday 08/01
$24
Sunday 08/02
$34
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
$20
Thursday 08/06
$34
Friday 08/07
$24
Saturday 08/08
$23
Sunday 08/09
$34
Monday 08/10
$34
Tuesday 08/11
$34
Wednesday 08/12
$20
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $15, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $34.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Bournemouth, with $15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $34.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cambridge to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and Bournemouth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cambridge and Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Cambridge to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Cambridge Bournemouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 6h 0m to reach Bournemouth. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $90. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bournemouth.

On average, how many connections are available from Cambridge to Bournemouth each day?

Every day, the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cambridge to Bournemouth take?

The fastest bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth is offered by National Express and takes 4h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $45. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Bournemouth from Cambridge starts at 7:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Cambridge for Bournemouth starts at 7:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cambridge Bournemouth route?

When traveling by bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge and Bournemouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Cambridge to Bournemouth bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cambridge Bournemouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cambridge Bournemouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cambridge to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cambridge to Bournemouth

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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