The quickest coach from Bedford to Cambridge is provided by GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and takes 4h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37.00. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
How do you pay for Cambridge bus?
Most buses in Cambridge are operated by Stagecoach (Citi), where you can buy a ticket from the driver. A Dayrider ticket is valid for unlimited travel on Stagecoach buses for one day. Other options include a Megarider ticket, which provides unlimited travel on Citi buses for seven days.
Can I pay cash on Cambridge bus?
Cash payments can also be made, but contactless is preferred. You can also purchase mobile tickets in advance through the Whippet mobile app on ‘myTrip’ by Passenger.
Does the X5 go to Cambridge?
Service X5 is a Limited Stop Service and calls at timetable points only and in addition at the following places towards Oxford direction: In Cambridge at Jesus College; Castle Street and Bulstrode Gardens.
How much does a bus pass cost in Cambridge?
Which ticket do I need?
| Ticket Name | Price | Price Per Day |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Megarider | £15.00 | £2.14 |
| Cambridgeshire Megarider Plus | £25 | £3.57 |
| East Megarider Gold | £37 | £5.29 |
Do buses in Cambridge take card?
The bus operator, which runs 400 buses in the region, now allows people to pay with credit and debit cards, Apple Pay and Android Pay.
Can I use debit card for bus?
Commuters may use any of the following options directly for public transport fare payment: Contactless bank card (Mastercard, NETS Tap, Visa) or mobile wallet#, or.
Can you use contactless on Cambridge buses?
Some of our Universal buses carry contactless readers but this cannot be guaranteed. Also, we now have m-Ticketing (mobile phones) and a selection of tickets can be purchased using a credit or debit card.
Can I tap my phone on the bus?
Yes, You Can Tap Your Phone or Watch To Pay!
No problem! Use the credit card on your phone or watch for a convenient way to pay your fare. Make your payment through the credit cards that you’ve added to the mobile wallet on your phone or watch.
Where does the X5 bus stop in Bedford?
In Bedford at Goldington Road, Elms Farm Industrial Estate; Goldington Road, Dean Street (for University of Bedfordshire) and St Peter’s Street.
Where does the 905 stop in Cambridge?
Cambridge – St Neots – Bedford
| Cambridge Parkside (Bay 16) | 18:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| St Neots Market Square (Stop D) | 05:35 | 19:05 |
| Eaton Socon Field Cottage Road (near) | 05:38 | 19:08 |
| Eaton Socon, opp Little End Road | 05:40 | 19:10 |
| Wyboston Footbridge (S-bound) | 05:43 | 19:13 |
What happened to the X5?
From 30 August 2020, the X5 service was truncated at Bedford, and a new service numbered 905 was introduced running between Bedford and Cambridge using double-deck vehicles.
How much does a UK bus pass cost?
Adult
| One Day Bus & Tram Pass | 7 Day Bus & Tram Pass | Monthly Bus & Tram Pass |
|---|---|---|
| £5.50 | £23.30 | £89.50 |
Can I use my Cambridge Bus Pass in London?
When and where can I use my bus pass? You can use your new national bus pass for free, off peak travel on any local bus in England, including London. In Cambridgeshire & Peterborough this means free travel on Mondays to Fridays after 9.30am until the last bus and all day on weekends and bank holidays.
Where does the guided bus stop in Cambridge?
The Cambridge Guided Busway runs from St Ives to Cambridge and from Cambridge railway station to Adenbrookes Hospital and Trumpington Park & Ride along former railway tracks which have been converted.
Can I use Oyster to Cambridge?
Oystercards & Travelcards are for travel within London. Neither Cambridge nor Epsom are within London, so you’ll have pay for travel to/from London separately.
How do you get around Cambridge?
Transport in Cambridge is simple and easy, provided visitors don’t drive a car. The best way to get around Cambridge is by bicycle. Bicycles can be hired at any number of the cycle hire shops in central Cambridge. The town is cycle friendly with over 80 miles (130km) of dedicated cycle routes, lanes and roads.
Is it cheaper to use an Oyster card or contactless?
It’s the easiest and most convenient way to pay, is supported on every form of transport, and in most cases is either cheaper or the same price as using an Oyster card.
How do you pay for bus with debit card?
Just tap your contactless credit or debit card at the MRT fare gate or card reader on buses. For contactless credit or debit cards that come with ez-link/NETS FlashPay functionality, the ez-link/NETS FlashPay function will be the default payment mode for transit.
What happens if you tap out with a different card?
What happens if I touch in with one contactless card, and touch out with another on the same journey? It’s important that you try to avoid doing this, as you’ll be charged a maximum fare on both of your cards. The two separate journeys won’t be linked and each one will be recognised as incomplete.
How do I pay on the bus with my iPhone?
How to add a transit card on your iPhone
- On your iPhone, open the Wallet app.
- Tap the Add button .
- Tap Transit Card to add a new transit card or tap Previous Card to add a transit card that you previously added to the Wallet app.
- Choose a transit card from the list, or search by location or card name.
- Tap Continue.