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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 11 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Cambridge on Wed, Feb 18, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 18 the direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Feb 18 the slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 36 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€16 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge buses for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 0h45 | 11:35 PM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 18 | |||||
| NX727 | 1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 1:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h40 | 1:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 9:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX728 | 9:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 9:55 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX728 | 10:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 11:35 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 12:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 1:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 2:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h50 | 3:25 PM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge run on average 11 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 36 km distance in 45m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Cambridge with National Express for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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