The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stansted Airport (SSD) for Cambridge station (CBG) on Mon, Feb 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest trains will take 52 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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P46704 · P47152
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Compare train and bus for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) 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 €11.
Distance: 35 km
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1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P46646 · P48262 | On time 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h59 | 9:10 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
P48845 | On time 8:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 9:20 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P48460 | On time 9:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h37 | 9:57 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P46706 · P48280 | On time 9:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h19 | 10:47 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 transfer | |
C75398 | On time 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 10:56 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P48860 | On time 10:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h36 | 11:22 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) by train or bus
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Why should you book Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:59. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 26m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 23:59 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express, Cross Country from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Cambridge station (CBG) from €6. 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) 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 station (CBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: Newsagent/Sweets Passport Photo Booth
- Burger King
- The Windmill
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Ramp, wheelchair train access available on request, escalators, wheelchair access to platforms.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. An accessible toilet (non-RADAR) is located on the Concourse. The baby change facilities are available in the accessible toilet.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport
- Premier Inn London Stansted Airport Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room is on platform 1. There are also seats throughout the station.
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 19:00
- Car hire: In Airport terminal
- Bus lines: IC buses, National Express, X10 Airlink, X30 Airlink, 42A, 133 Sapphire, 5, 6, 7, 7A
- Train lines: Stansted Express, West Anglia Main Line, CrossCountry
- Onward travel information: Local buses and National Coach routes stop in bus station located at airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement services operate from the main coach station as directed by Station Staff.
- 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

