The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 18 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Cambridge on Wed, Apr 08, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 08 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Wed, Apr 08 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
C753927:28 AM0h31Stansted Airport (SSD)7:59 AMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C753906:18 AM0h36Stansted Airport (SSD)6:54 AMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C753969:25 AM0h31Stansted Airport (SSD)9:56 AMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C7543710:25 PM0h32Stansted Airport (SSD)10:57 PMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C754349:25 PM0h32Stansted Airport (SSD)9:57 PMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C753948:28 AM0h29Stansted Airport (SSD)8:57 AMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C7544011:05 PM0h30Stansted Airport (SSD)11:35 PMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C753927:28 AM0h31Stansted Airport (SSD)7:59 AMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C753969:25 AM0h31Stansted Airport (SSD)9:56 AMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
C7543710:25 PM0h32Stansted Airport (SSD)10:57 PMCambridge station (CBG)€101One-way0 transfers
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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1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge trains for today, Tuesday, April 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75399 | On time 9:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 9:57 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P47308 | On time 9:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 10:20 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C75402 | On time 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 10:57 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P47314 | On time 10:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 11:20 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, April 8 | |||||
P46536 · P48239 | 4:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 5:49 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
C75390 | On time 5:18 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h36 | 5:54 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P46561 · P48244 | 5:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h55 | 6:20 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
P46584 · P48248 | 5:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h00 | 6:50 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
C75392 | On time 6:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 6:59 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P46632 · P48256 | 6:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h59 | 7:49 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
C75394 | On time 7:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h29 | 7:57 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P46680 · P48266 | On time 7:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 8:49 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
C75396 | On time 8:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 8:56 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P46704 · P47152 | On time 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 9:20 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge run on average 11 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:18, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 26m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 8:18 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge trainsCrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Cambridge from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
- 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
- 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.
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