London Stansted Airport to Cambridge bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 02 Jan

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

45 m

Buses per day

18

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge 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 will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

Of the 18 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Cambridge every day 18 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 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 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.

Abellio Greater AngliaLE602100
09:061h31
Stansted Airport (SSD)
10:37Cambridge station (CBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaLE604200
08:361h13
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:49Cambridge station (CBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaLE604100
09:361h13
Stansted Airport (SSD)
10:49Cambridge station (CBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaLE602000
10:061h31
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:37Cambridge station (CBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaLE604000
10:361h13
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:49Cambridge station (CBG)
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge 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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Train

£16

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Cambridge bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge coaches for tomorrow, Friday 2 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 23:51
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX72701:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
01:45 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
Delayed
04:35 01:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h40
18:50 18:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		0 changesdirect
greater_angliaLE60220008:06 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h31
09:37 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
greater_angliaLE60420008:36 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h13
09:49 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
Delayed
09:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
18:50 18:50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX728
Delayed
19:15 09:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
11:35 11:35Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		0 changesdirect
greater_angliaLE60210009:06 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h31
10:37 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
greater_angliaLE60410009:36 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h13
10:49 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
greater_angliaLE60200010:06 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h31
11:37 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
greater_angliaLE60400010:36 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h13
11:49 Cambridge station (CBG)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX728
Delayed
19:15 10:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
11:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72712:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
13:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72713:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
14:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72714:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
15:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72716:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h55
16:55 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72718:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
19:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72720:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h50
21:40 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX72722:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0h45
23:35 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge run on average 10 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:00, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 45m.

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 £4
Distance
36 km
Average bus duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
10
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 £4

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £4. 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
45m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
10 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.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Cambridge coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Cambridge from London Stansted Airport (STN) is on average 45 min   for the 22 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cambridge from London Stansted Airport (STN) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge leaves at 00: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge leaves at 23: 59.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge, you can count on National Express or Bus for the best way to get you to Cambridge. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Cambridge from London Stansted Airport (STN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Cambridge 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 to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge by coach is August.
You have options as you can travel between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Cambridge 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.
    No, luggage for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.

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