London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

35 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Cambridge station (CBG) every day 4 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 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 1 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
22:592h01
London Stansted Airport
01:00Cambridge station (CBG)
£161One-way
0 changes
National Express
08:000h45
London Stansted Airport
08:45Cambridge station (CBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:350h50
London Stansted Airport
13:25Cambridge station (CBG)
£201One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:500h45
London Stansted Airport
22:35Cambridge station (CBG)
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. 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 £6, and a coach costs an average of £10.

Distance: 35 km

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Train

£16

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 17m

Average total duration

47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express08:00 London Stansted Airport
0h45
08:45 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
national_express11:35 London Stansted Airport
0h50
12:25 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
national_express12:35 London Stansted Airport
0h50
13:25 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
national_express21:50 London Stansted Airport
0h45
22:35 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
greater_anglia22:59 London Stansted Airport
2h01
01:00 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG)

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6
Distance
35 km
Average bus duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
15
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
00:00
Last bus
22:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £6

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
£11
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge station (CBG).
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) is 45 min   to travel the 21 mile long trip, with around there are 16 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) leaves at 00: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) leaves at 23: 59.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) without having to change trains with National Express. There are 16 direct coaches from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Bus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Cambridge station (CBG) from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge station (CBG).

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