The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) 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 North (CMB) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Cambridge North (CMB) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
10:270h42London Stansted Airport11:09Cambridge North (CMB)£81One-way0 changes
7:361h44London Stansted Airport9:20Cambridge North (CMB)£131One-way0 changes
21:000h58London Stansted Airport21:58Cambridge North (CMB)£151One-way0 changes
8:301h03London Stansted Airport9:33Cambridge North (CMB)£151One-way0 changes
10:270h42London Stansted Airport11:09Cambridge North (CMB)£81One-way0 changes
21:000h58London Stansted Airport21:58Cambridge North (CMB)£151One-way0 changes
8:301h03London Stansted Airport9:33Cambridge North (CMB)£151One-way0 changes
7:361h44London Stansted Airport9:20Cambridge North (CMB)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 38 km
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) trains for today, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P46611 · P48398 | On time 18:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h00 | 19:57 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
C75429+ P48404 | On time 19:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h50 | 20:15 Cambridge North (CMB) | 1 change | |
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![]() | 7:36 London Stansted Airport | 1h44 | 9:20 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 London Stansted Airport | 1h03 | 9:33 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 London Stansted Airport | 0h42 | 11:09 Cambridge North (CMB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) by coach or train
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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Greater Anglia with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB)
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 42m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 6:18 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) trainsGreater Anglia, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Cambridge North (CMB) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cambridge North (CMB) 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 Cambridge North (CMB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Cambridge North (CMB)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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