The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Airport (SSD) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cambridge for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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 Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. 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 £4, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 36 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX728 | 16:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h50 | 17:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX728 | 18:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h50 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
![]() | 00:35 Cambridge | 0h45 | 01:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Buses from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 20:40. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 45m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 20:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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