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What is the best way to travel from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Car is the cheapest, while Bus is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 30m
$10
$10
91
Train
2h 8m
$61
$61
3
Car
1h 0m
$8
$8
1
Flight
9h 55m
$70
$93
8

What is the cheapest way to reach Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead?

You can get to Cambridge with just $8 by taking a Car from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $10
tomorrow
from $10
Saturday
from $10
Sunday
from $10
Monday
from $10
Tuesday
from $10
Wednesday
from $8

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 24m
    0
    4:03 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 23m
    0
    5:07 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    7:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 8m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    8:02 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:40 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:40 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 24m
    0
    4:03 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 30m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    7:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 20m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    8:00 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:40 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 24m
    0
    4:03 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 23m
    0
    5:07 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    7:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 9m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    8:03 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    13h 20m
    0
    9:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    10:30 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $70
  • Ryanair
    16h 15m
    0
    6:25 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    10:40 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $74
  • Ryanair
    12h 35m
    0
    7:40 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    8:15 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $76

    Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    London City Airport
    11:00 AM
    Cambridge
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $8
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

What are the fastest trips from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead in just 0h 30m with a Bus from National Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 0h 45m
tomorrow
from 0h 30m
Saturday
from 0h 30m
Sunday
from 0h 30m
Monday
from 0h 45m
Tuesday
from 0h 45m
Wednesday
from 0h 45m

    Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Fastest Trains today

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 8m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    8:02 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 23m
    0
    5:07 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    7:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 24m
    0
    4:03 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:40 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:40 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 20m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    8:00 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 24m
    0
    4:03 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 30m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    7:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:40 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 9m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    8:03 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 23m
    0
    5:07 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    7:30 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 24m
    0
    4:03 AM
    Hemel Hempstead
    Central Station
    6:27 AM
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from $61
  • Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    9h 55m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    8:10 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $144
  • Vueling Airlines
    10h 20m
    0
    9:55 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Central Bus Station
    8:15 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $86
  • Ryanair
    11h 45m
    0
    9:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    8:55 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $79

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    1:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    9:00 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:45 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    9:55 AM
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $10
  • Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    London City Airport
    11:00 AM
    Cambridge
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $8
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge

What are the most popular stations in Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge?

In Hemel Hempstead, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Hempstead Valley or Bus Stop, while in Cambridge you will be arriving at Fair Street, Jesus College or Drummer Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead? With 7 connections between 2 Bus, Train, Car and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge, you can pay as low as $8 with a Car from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to Cambridge in just 0h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge are National Express, West Midlands Trains and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kings Langley or to Trumpington, and look at flights from London Heathrow Airport, and landing at Cambridge Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge?

The most popular companies between Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge, are National Express, West Midlands Trains and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: West Midlands Trains

Airlines: Ryanair and Vueling Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge

How can I reach Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train, Car and Flight, with which you can get to Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead.

How far is Cambridge from Hemel Hempstead?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge is 39.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hemel Hempstead and Cambridge?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 11 kgs, and a flight 16 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge with just $8 by taking a Car from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cambridge?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cambridge in just 0h 30m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Hemel Hempstead and to Cambridge

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hemel Hempstead and to Cambridge. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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