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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cambridge for Stansted Mountfitchet on Wed, Nov 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 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.
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Compare train and bus for Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 34 km
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Live departures
Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM Cambridge | 0h30 | 4:50 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:20 AM Cambridge | 0h33 | 7:53 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:20 AM Cambridge | 0h32 | 11:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 PM Cambridge | 0h32 | 9:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
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Trains from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 9 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 30m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge and Stansted Mountfitchet from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Cambridge to Stansted
The historic university city in East Anglia is well connected to Stansted Airport in Essex, with regular direct trains from Cambridge offering international students, holidaymakers and business travellers easy access to the airport. There are direct trains roughly twice an hour seven days a week, with journey times from Cambridge of just over 30 minutes. Departure times for the airport service range from the very early morning to the late evening.
Which train companies travel from Cambridge to Stansted?
Direct trains to Stansted Airport from Cambridge are operated by Greater Anglia and by CrossCountry Trains. There are also some indirect services that use Greater Anglia and CrossCountry departures from Cambridge and require one change at Audley End for connections to Stansted.
How long is the train from Cambridge to Stansted?
Some CrossCountry Trains services offer the fastest connection on the 30-mile route south from Cambridge to Stansted Airport, taking 30 minutes to reach the terminal, although most journeys take about five to 15 minutes longer. Indirect connections via Audley End take from 45 minutes to over an hour to reach the airport.
How many trains are there from Cambridge to Stansted?
There are about 25-30 daily direct trains from Cambridge to Stansted, with departures roughly every half hour throughout the day and evening. Schedules begin before 5:00 a.m. and continue until a final direct connection to the airport just after 10:00 p.m. Indirect services offer an additional journey option roughly every hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Cambridge to Stansted?
Departure train station: Cambridge Station is located about a mile and a half south of the historic city centre, with frequent public transport connections available on Busway links and local bus services. The station has cafes and coffee bars on the platforms, a supermarket and a taxi rank immediately in front of the main entrance.
Arrival train station: Stansted Airport Train Station is located a short walk from the arrivals and departures halls, close to the bus station, which has local and regional bus services. The airport passenger terminus offers a wide range of gift stores, international and fast food restaurants, business lounges and free WiFi.
FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cambridge, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Stansted Mountfitchet, located 0.1 miles (198 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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