THE SHORT VERSION
Edinburgh to Cambridge at a glance.
- From
- Edinburgh City of Edinburgh
- Road distance
- About 571 km
- Straight line
- 471 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Edinburgh
Edinburgh's bus station is in the city centre on St Andrew Square, with coaches across Scotland and to England. Edinburgh Airport has become a secondary hub for some routes.
- Edinburgh Bus Station
St Andrew Square, very central. Citylink, National Express, Megabus and other long-distance services.
Arriving in Cambridge
Ask the seller where the service ends in Cambridge. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Cambridge, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Cambridge
More buses from Edinburgh
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Edinburgh from Cambridge by road?+
About 571 km by road (471 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Edinburgh to Cambridge take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Edinburgh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Edinburgh include Edinburgh Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Cambridge to Edinburgh?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Cambridge to Edinburgh as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Edinburgh arrive in Cambridge?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Edinburgh to Cambridge?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Edinburgh to Cambridge bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Cambridge by bus?+
Direct buses from Cambridge include Greater London, Manchester, Norwich, Coventry, Nottingham and more. See all connections on our Cambridge bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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