The cheapest trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 25 Oct

Cheapest

£9

Average

£12

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport will cost around £ 12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 9.

Cheapest
10:11Cambridge0h30 10:41Stansted Airport
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£91One-way
Cheapest
11:11Cambridge0h30 11:41Stansted Airport
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£91One-way
08:11Cambridge0h30 08:41Stansted Airport
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£121One-way
09:14Cambridge0h30 09:44Stansted Airport
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£121One-way
11:50Cambridge0h34 12:24Stansted Airport
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£131One-way

Timetable Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

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08:11Cambridge0h30 08:41Stansted Airport
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08:21Cambridge0h54 09:15Stansted Airport
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09:14Cambridge0h30 09:44Stansted Airport
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09:20Cambridge0h54 10:14Stansted Airport
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09:50Cambridge0h34 10:24Stansted Airport
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10:11Cambridge0h30 10:41Stansted Airport
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10:48Cambridge0h36 11:24Stansted Airport
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11:11Cambridge0h30 11:41Stansted Airport
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11:50Cambridge0h34 12:24Stansted Airport
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Sun
24 Oct
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£9National Express
Mon
25 Oct
£12Cross Country
£9National Express
Tue
26 Oct
£12Cross Country
£9National Express
Wed
27 Oct
£12Cross Country
£9National Express
Thu
28 Oct
£12Cross Country
£8National Express
Fri
29 Oct
£12Cross Country
£9National Express
Sat
30 Oct
£9Cross Country
£9National Express
Sun
31 Oct
£9Cross Country
£9National Express
Tue
2 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Wed
3 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Thu
4 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Fri
5 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Sat
6 Nov
£9Cross Country
£7National Express
Sun
7 Nov
£9Cross Country
£7National Express
Tue
9 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Wed
10 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Thu
11 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express
Fri
12 Nov
£12Cross Country
£7National Express

The fastest trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 25 Oct

Fastest Journey

30 m

Average

36 m

Trains per day

9

Distance

36 km

Of the 9 trains that leave Cambridge for London Stansted Airport every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 54 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.

Fastest
10:11Cambridge0h30 10:41Stansted Airport
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£91One-way
Fastest
08:11Cambridge0h30 08:41Stansted Airport
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£121One-way
Fastest
09:14Cambridge0h30 09:44Stansted Airport
0 changes
£121One-way
Fastest
11:11Cambridge0h30 11:41Stansted Airport
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£91One-way
11:50Cambridge0h34 12:24Stansted Airport
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£131One-way

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Train Information between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport

distanceDistance22 miles (35 km)
durationAverage train duration30 min
priceAverage train ticket price£11 (€13)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 25 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersCross Country or Greater Anglia

Trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport cover the 22 miles (35 km) long trip taking on average 30 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Greater Anglia. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as £9, but the average price of train tickets is £11.

Train companies

CrossCountry Cambridge – London Stansted Airport

Find the best trains between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry from £9. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

CrossCountry

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

If you’re looking for a smooth and easy train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport, check Omio for CrossCountry trains offering this trip. Whether you are looking for the fastest, earliest or cheapest train to take for this 22 miles (35 km) trip between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport, Omio makes it easier than ever to find CrossCountry trains at affordable prices, and you can also quickly book train tickets online. Check the current CrossCountry train timetables for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport as well as relevant ticket information (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard), and book your CrossCountry train on Omio. If you search for trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the CrossCountry tickets are mobile tickets, making it convenient for you to go paperless when travelling. With prices for CrossCountry trains between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport starting at £9, buy your official CrossCountry tickets with Omio online quickly and easily!

Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 31 min
  • Average Price: £9
  • CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day

CrossCountry has the following ticket policies due to COVID-19, which you should be aware of when booking and travelling by train between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport:

  • Refund or voucher policy
  • If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
Learn more about CrossCountry

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Trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
Travel by train to London Stansted Airport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport.
FAQs
How much does a cheap train to London Stansted Airport from Cambridge cost?
If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find a cheap train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport for as little as £9  in the next 7 days.
What is the average price of train tickets between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport?
If you are looking to purchase your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train to cost on average £11  one way.
How many miles is it from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport by train?
When travelling this route you should expect the distance to London Stansted Airport from Cambridge via train to be approximately 22 miles (35 km).
What is the average Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train duration?
While the time it takes to travel 22 miles (35 km) to London Stansted Airport from Cambridge can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays, the train duration from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is on average 30 min.
What train providers go from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport?
Take the Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train with Cross Country or Greater Anglia. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
How many trains per day are there between Cambridge and London Stansted Airport?
On average, there are 25 trains a day from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
When can I take the first train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport? When can I take the last train for the day?
The first Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train departs at 07: 11   and the last train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport leaves at 09: 15. Check out the most up-to-date Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train times on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
When should I buy Cambridge London Stansted Airport train tickets to score the best deals?
The price of a one way train ticket from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is on average £11 if you buy within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train providers offering this route. In general, you can find train tickets to London Stansted Airport from Cambridge available a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Cambridge
London Stansted Airport
Cambridge is the most popular Cambridge railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Cambridge for your journey to London Stansted Airport.

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