4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Stansted
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
45 m
Buses on 05 Sept
11
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Stansted 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 will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 11 buses from Cambridge to Stansted, including 11 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
NX72712:150h50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)13:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes- NX72816:150h50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)17:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX72818:150h50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)19:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX7278:000h50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)8:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX7273:500h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)4:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX77721:400h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)22:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£191One-way0 changes
- NX7273:500h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)4:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX7279:200h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)10:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX7276:050h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)6:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
- NX7271:350h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)2:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 36 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Stansted:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cambridge to Stansted costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Coach takes on average 53m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 53m versus 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Cambridge to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Stansted coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX777 | 21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| NX727 | 1:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 2:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | 3:50 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 4:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | 6:05 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 6:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | 8:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h50 | 8:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | 9:20 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 10:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | 12:15 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h50 | 13:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX727 | 13:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h50 | 14:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 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 | |
| NX777 | 18:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h50 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Stansted
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Buses from Cambridge to Stansted run on average 11 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 45m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Stansted with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Stansted 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Stansted
Most Cambridge to Stansted buses use the Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) from Cambridge city centre
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