London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge

Showing times and prices for 15 Jun

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

26 m

Average duration

29 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 (STN) to Cambridge will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Stansted Airport (STN) for Cambridge 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 36 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .

The slowest trains will take 35 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.

CrossCountry
23:040h30
London Stansted Airport (STN)
23:34Cambridge
£51One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
18:270h28
London Stansted Airport (STN)
18:55Cambridge
£81One-way
0 changes
CrossCountry
10:270h28
London Stansted Airport (STN)
10:55Cambridge
£81One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
17:470h26
London Stansted Airport (STN)
18:13Cambridge
£151One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
16:090h35
London Stansted Airport (STN)
16:44Cambridge
£151One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 32m.

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Coach

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£17

Average Price

1h 2m

average duration

Fastest

32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 23m

average duration

53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday 14 June
Last updated at 09:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_angliaY09226
On time
09:48 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h31
10:19 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY81714 · Y09949
On time
10:00 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h51
10:51 Cambridge station (CBG)
1 change
cross_countryC23517
On time
10:27 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h29
10:56 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY09228
On time
10:48 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h31
11:19 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY81770 · Y09961
On time
11:00 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h51
11:51 Cambridge station (CBG)
1 change
cross_countryC23520
On time
11:27 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h29
11:56 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY09233
On time
11:48 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h31
12:19 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY81793 · Y09974
On time
12:00 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h51
12:51 Cambridge station (CBG)
1 change
cross_countryC23523
On time
12:27 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h29
12:56 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY09236
On time
12:48 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h31
13:19 Cambridge station (CBG)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY81818 · Y09985
On time
13:00 Stansted Airport (SSD)
0h51
13:51 Cambridge station (CBG)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge

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Trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge run on average 10 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
35 km
Average train duration
32m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
26m
First train
00:30
Last train
23:04
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

Train companies: CrossCountry and Abellio Greater Anglia trains London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge

Travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge from £4 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry and Abellio Greater Anglia! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Cambridge from London Stansted Airport (STN). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 28 min
  • Cheapest Price: £4
  • CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport (STN) and Cambridge

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Cambridge
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Station foyer
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Adjacent station building.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station

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