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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted to Cambridge
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted to Cambridge will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 4 trains that leave Stansted for Cambridge on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 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 Sat, Mar 21 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. 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 €9, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 36 km
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Cambridge trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| C75399 | On time 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 10:57 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 P47308 | On time 10:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 11:20 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
| 8:25 AM Stansted | 0h33 | 8:58 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:27 AM Stansted | 0h29 | 8:56 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 AM Stansted | 0h31 | 9:56 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:27 AM Stansted | 0h29 | 9:56 AM Cambridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 to find the best option for your trip from Stansted to Cambridge.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Stansted to Cambridge.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted to Cambridge
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Trains from Stansted to Cambridge run on average 11 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 26m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia from Stansted to Cambridge trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted and Cambridge from €9. 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 to Cambridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted to Cambridge
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- 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
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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.
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