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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for London Stansted Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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 station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. 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 £5, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 35 km
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Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C23842 | On time 07:34 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 08:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 27m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Cross Country from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and London Stansted Airport from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and London Stansted Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
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