Local Bus Companies
- Stagecoach. Cambridgeshire. Fens. Peterborough.
- Whippet Coaches.
- Delaine Buses.
- First Bus.
- Demand Responsive Transport.
- A2B Travel Group.
- Dews Coaches.
Who runs buses in Cambridge?
Stagecoach
The city is served by a seven days a week park and ride service run by Cambridgeshire County Council and Stagecoach.
How does public transport work in Cambridge?
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.
Does 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.
Can I use my bus pass on Cambridge busway?
Plusbus tickets can be used on all busway routes around Cambridge, Huntingdon and Peterborough.
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.
Why is Cambridge busway closed?
The council said the barrier is being installed to stop people from walking and cycling on the busway track that is not being used. It warned that work will also take place overnight to repair some parts of the maintenance track damaged by tree roots from neighbouring properties.
How reliable are buses in Cambridge?
Do the buses run on time? And so on to reliability. The latest Department of Transport figures from this year show Cambridge has some of the most unreliable bus services in the UK. Experts say Cambridgeshire’s bus service just isn’t working and needs a complete overhaul.
Does Cambridge have buses?
Our main bus station is the Ainslie Street Transit Terminal at 35 Ainslie Street South in downtown Cambridge. Go Transit offers bus service to the Greater Toronto Area. Go buses stop in the Cambridge SmartCentre on Hespeler Road near Highway 401. Go Bus Route 25 provides service from Kitchener to Mississauga.
Can you get around Cambridge without a car?
Getting Around by Bus and Train
Cambridge is well served by rapid transit, with 5 stops on the Red Line and one stop on the Green Line, serving over 100,000 riders per day.
Is there a direct bus from Cambridge to Oxford?
No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Oxford station. However, there are services departing from Cambridge, Parkside and arriving at Oxford Gloucester Green Bus Station via St Neots, Market Square and Bedford Bus Station Stop N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Is there a bus between Cambridge and Oxford?
Whether you’re travelling to school, hitting the shops or heading to the office, our X5 and 905 services are the perfect way to travel between Oxford and Cambridge. Double deck buses operate on this route so bikes must be folded, bagged and kept with you at all times.
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 |
How much is bus pass 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 |
Can I use my bus pass anywhere in the UK?
Where can I use my bus pass? Your bus pass is valid for use on all registered Bus services within England, so if you are visiting other places you should be able to use your pass. It is not valid in Wales* or Scotland.
Can I use Cambridge bus pass in London?
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.
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 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.
What is the difference between bus duct and busway?
Bus Duct Basics
Also called busway, bus duct provides an alternative means of conducting electricity. Bus duct is used in commercial and industrial settings to conduct electricity to power cables or cable bus.
How long is Cambridge guided bus route?
16 miles
Services are operated by Stagecoach in Huntingdonshire and Whippet, which have exclusive use of the route for five years in exchange for providing a minimum service frequency between 07:00 and 19:00 each week day.
| Cambridgeshire Guided Busway | |
|---|---|
| System length | 16 miles (25 km) |
Who owns metroline buses?
ComfortDelGro
Since March 2000, Metroline has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore based ComfortDelGro; one of the world’s largest passenger land transport companies. As part of the successful ComfortDelGro Group, our main focus is to become the best London bus company in the Capital!