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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£16
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£16
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
29 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
29 m
Trains on 11 Oct
28
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge 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 to London Stansted Airport will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 28 trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport, including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
P76331 · P6642813:570h47Cambridge station (CBG)14:44Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way1 change- F2260312:510h29Cambridge South13:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
- P76284 · P663109:570h58Cambridge station (CBG)10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way1 change
- P76319 · P6640412:570h47Cambridge station (CBG)13:44Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way1 change
- F2260510:510h29Cambridge South11:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
- F2260312:510h29Cambridge South13:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
- F2260510:510h29Cambridge South11:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
- F2260114:510h29Cambridge South15:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
- P674089:510h29Cambridge South10:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
- F2259916:510h29Cambridge South17:20Stansted Airport (SSD)£161One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 17:18. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 25m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 17:18 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F22305 | On time 8:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 9:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76271 · P66262 | On time 8:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 9:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22304 | On time 9:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 10:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76283 · P66309 | On time 9:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22303 | On time 10:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76295 · P66361 | On time 10:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22302 | On time 11:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 12:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76307 · P66385 | On time 11:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 12:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22301 | On time 12:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 13:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76318 · P66409 | On time 12:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22300 | On time 13:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 14:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76330 · P66433 | On time 13:52 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h03 | 14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| P76330 · P66433 | On time 13:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22299 | On time 14:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 15:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76342 · P66457 | On time 14:52 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h03 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| P76342 · P66457 | On time 14:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22298 | On time 15:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 16:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76354 · P66480 | On time 15:52 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h03 | 16:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| P76354 · P66480 | On time 15:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 16:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22297 | On time 16:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 17:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76366 · P66051 | On time 16:52 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h03 | 17:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| P76366 · P66051 | On time 16:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 17:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22296 | On time 17:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 18:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76378 · P66103 | On time 17:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 18:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22295 | On time 18:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 19:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76390 · P66149 | On time 18:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 19:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22294 | On time 19:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 20:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76402 · P66197 | On time 19:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h56 | 20:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F22293 | On time 20:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 21:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76414 · P66242 | On time 20:52 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h02 | 21:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| P76414 · P66242 | On time 20:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h55 | 21:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 11 October | |||||
| P67406 | 7:51 Cambridge South | 0h29 | 8:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P76260 · P66218 | 7:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h58 | 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| P67407 | 8:42 Cambridge South | 0h33 | 9:15 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Cambridge to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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 and London Stansted Airport
Most Cambridge to London Stansted Airport trains use the Cambridge to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: 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.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, 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: Yes.
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