The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
7
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 €9.
Of the 7 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Cambridge on Sat, May 23, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
7:25 PM0h32London Stansted Airport7:57 PMCambridge€91One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM0h33London Stansted Airport8:58 AMCambridge€91One-way0 transfers
7:25 AM0h33London Stansted Airport7:58 AMCambridge€101One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM0h55London Stansted Airport9:06 AMCambridge€171One-way0 transfers
9:58 AM1h09London Stansted Airport11:07 AMCambridge€171One-way0 transfers
7:25 PM0h32London Stansted Airport7:57 PMCambridge€91One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM0h33London Stansted Airport8:58 AMCambridge€91One-way0 transfers
7:25 AM0h33London Stansted Airport7:58 AMCambridge€101One-way0 transfers
8:46 AM0h34London Stansted Airport9:20 AMCambridge€181One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM0h55London Stansted Airport9:06 AMCambridge€171One-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 €9.
Distance: 36 km
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
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, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P67527 · P76356 | On time 5:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 6:19 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
P01169 | 5:48 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h40 | 6:28 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P67529 · P66660 | On time 5:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h55 | 6:53 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
G00988 | 6:30 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h29 | 6:59 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66095 · P76374 | On time 6:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 7:49 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
G00992 | On time 7:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 7:57 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66118 · P66667 | On time 7:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 8:22 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
P66142 · P76386 | On time 7:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 8:49 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
G00994 | On time 8:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 8:56 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P01136 | On time 8:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 9:20 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01207 | On time 9:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 9:56 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66213 · P76410 | On time 9:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h21 | 10:49 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
P01191 | On time 10:14 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h40 | 10:54 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01210 | 10:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 10:57 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01212 | 11:05 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h30 | 11:35 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P02920 · P76428 | On time 11:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h58 | 12:08 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
P66333 · P76434 | On time 11:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h51 | 12:49 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
![]() | 7:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 0h33 | 7:58 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h08 | 9:06 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM London Stansted Airport | 0h55 | 9:06 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 0h33 | 8:58 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:46 AM London Stansted Airport | 0h34 | 9:20 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:58 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h09 | 11:07 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge run on average 10 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 07:11, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 29m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 7:11 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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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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