The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge for Stansted Mountfitchet every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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 train and coach 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 train with prices starting from £15. 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 train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£16 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:07 Cambridge | 1h40 | 11:47 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Buses from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 7 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 00:07 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Buses from Cambridge to Stansted
Flying from Stansted is easy for Cambridge residents, with a range of daily bus services. Buses from Cambridge to Stansted are operated by National Express and take just over an hour to reach their destination. The first bus departs at 5:05 a.m., and there are services every hour throughout the day until 12:45 a.m. (with an additional night service at 3:05 a.m.). No changes are required.
What is the departure and arrival station for Buses from Cambridge to Stansted?
Departure Station: Buses from Cambridge to Stansted leave from the National Express stop at Parkside, right next to Parker's Piece. You can get there from the city centre by walking up Parker Street or hopping on the X5 bus, which takes about 10 minutes. If you are coming from Anglia Ruskin, walk down East Road and turn right onto Parker Street.
Arrival Station: When you take the bus from Cambridge to Stansted, you'll alight at Stansted Coach Station, which is on Terminal Road North. From there, all you need to do to reach the terminal is to cross the road.
FAQs: Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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