The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) 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 station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 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.
10:500h50Cambridge station (CBG)11:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£101One-way0 changes
1:350h45Cambridge station (CBG)2:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£121One-way0 changes
5:221h40Cambridge station (CBG)7:02Stansted Airport (SSD)£151One-way0 changes
10:071h24Cambridge station (CBG)11:31Stansted Airport (SSD)£151One-way0 changes
13:550h50Cambridge station (CBG)14:45Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
1:350h45Cambridge station (CBG)2:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£121One-way0 changes
13:550h50Cambridge station (CBG)14:45Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
10:500h50Cambridge station (CBG)11:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£101One-way0 changes
10:071h24Cambridge station (CBG)11:31Stansted Airport (SSD)£151One-way0 changes
5:221h40Cambridge station (CBG)7:02Stansted Airport (SSD)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) 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 £8.
Distance: 35 km
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£15 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 2 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:35 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h45 | 2:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:22 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h40 | 7:02 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:07 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h24 | 11:31 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:50 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h50 | 11:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:55 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h50 | 14:45 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Buses from Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 40m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 1:35 |
Last bus 21:40 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between Cambridge station (CBG) 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 station (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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