Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€13

Fastest journey

29 m

Average duration

30 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Cambridge for London Stansted Airport on Sun, Jul 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .

On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 33 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.

  • CrossCountry
    11:11 AM0h29
    Cambridge
    11:40 AMLondon Stansted Airport
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountry
    10:11 AM0h29
    Cambridge
    10:40 AMLondon Stansted Airport
    €101One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountry
    6:11 PM0h29
    Cambridge
    6:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport
    €101One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater Anglia
    10:47 AM0h33
    Cambridge
    11:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport
    €171One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater Anglia
    9:20 AM0h31
    Cambridge
    9:51 AMLondon Stansted Airport
    €171One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €9.

Distance: 36 km

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€11

Average price

Cheapest

€16

Average price

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

CrossCountry

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Live departures

Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountryG01193
On time
4:49 AM Cambridge South
0h25
5:14 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01195
On time
5:34 AM Cambridge South
0h25
5:59 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP67405
On time
6:11 AM Cambridge South
0h29
6:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01198
On time
6:43 AM Cambridge South
0h27
7:10 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66789
On time
6:51 AM Cambridge South
0h29
7:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76248 · P66170
On time
6:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG)
0h56
7:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 transfer
CrossCountryG012007:43 AM Cambridge South
0h27
8:10 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66798
On time
7:51 AM Cambridge South
0h29
8:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00800
On time
8:18 AM Cambridge South
0h25
8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP01148
On time
8:51 AM Cambridge South
0h29
9:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00802
On time
9:13 AM Cambridge South
0h27
9:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP01157
On time
9:51 AM Cambridge South
0h29
10:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00804
On time
10:18 AM Cambridge South
0h25
10:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66820
On time
10:51 AM Cambridge South
0h29
11:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00799
On time
11:13 AM Cambridge South
0h27
11:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76851
On time
11:51 AM Cambridge South
0h29
12:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00807
On time
12:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
12:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66837
On time
12:51 PM Cambridge South
0h29
1:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00809
On time
1:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
1:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP01162
On time
1:51 PM Cambridge South
0h29
2:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00811
On time
2:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
2:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66853
On time
2:51 PM Cambridge South
0h29
3:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00815
On time
3:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
3:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP66863
On time
3:51 PM Cambridge South
0h29
4:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00817
On time
4:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
4:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76865
On time
4:51 PM Cambridge South
0h29
5:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00820
On time
5:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
5:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00831
On time
8:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
8:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP01182
On time
8:51 PM Cambridge South
0h29
9:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00834
On time
9:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
9:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect
Greater AngliaP76420 · P66265
On time
9:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG)
1h05
10:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		1 transfer
CrossCountryG00836
On time
10:13 PM Cambridge South
0h27
10:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)		0 transfersDirect

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CrossCountry as well as Greater Anglia or Cross Country offer trains services from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
36 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
28m
First train
5:35 AM
Last train
10:18 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
€6
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
€11
Greater Anglia frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Greater Anglia

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
€35
Cross Country frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is 28m to travel the 36 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport leaves at 10:18 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport with CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport, you can count on CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London Stansted Airport from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

Most Cambridge to London Stansted Airport trains use the Cambridge to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cambridge
Arrival train stations in London
CambridgeCambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW+44 8450507080WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre

Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:

BusU1, U2 · 11m · every ~11 min
Tour · 13m · €2
75 · 15m
A · 15m · €2 · every ~11 min

Cambridge train station facilities and services

Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Cambridge NorthCambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0WZ+44 8450507080WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre

Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Liverpool Street - Cambridge North, Stansted Airport - Norwich, Cambridge - Norwich, London Liverpool Street - Ely, Stansted Airport - Lowestoft, Cambridge - Cambridge North, Bishops Stortford - Cambridge North, Audley End - Cambridge North, Audley End - Norwich · 3m · €2 · every ~6 min
BusB · 12m · €2 · every ~8 min
114 · 18m
2, B · 23m · €2 · every ~19 min

Cambridge North train station facilities and services

Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.

Tickets and information

Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about Cambridge North

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