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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
29 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
52
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 52 trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG), including 32 direct services.
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 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
G0096410:250h31Stansted Airport (SSD)10:56Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes- G009609:250h31Stansted Airport (SSD)9:56Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G009598:280h29Stansted Airport (SSD)8:57Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G0098818:300h29Stansted Airport (SSD)18:59Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G0099420:250h31Stansted Airport (SSD)20:56Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G009598:280h29Stansted Airport (SSD)8:57Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G0098818:300h29Stansted Airport (SSD)18:59Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G0121223:050h30Stansted Airport (SSD)23:35Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G0096410:250h31Stansted Airport (SSD)10:56Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
- G009609:250h31Stansted Airport (SSD)9:56Cambridge station (CBG)£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 35 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG):
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Cambridge station (CBG) take longer:
Coach takes on average 53m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (34m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00966 | On time 11:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 11:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
 P66831 | On time 11:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 12:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00969 | On time 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 12:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66836 | On time 12:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 13:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00973 | On time 13:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 13:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66841 | On time 13:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 14:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00974 | On time 14:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 14:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66846 | On time 14:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 15:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00977 | On time 15:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 15:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01164 | On time 15:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h36 | 16:22 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00982 | 16:24 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h33 | 16:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01165 | On time 16:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h39 | 17:25 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67526 · P76350 | On time 16:54 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h57 | 17:51 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00984 | 17:24 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h33 | 17:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67527 · P76356 | On time 17:27 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 18:19 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P01169 | 17:48 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h40 | 18:28 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P67529 · P66660 | On time 17:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h55 | 18:53 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00988 | 18:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h29 | 18:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66095 · P76374 | On time 18:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 19:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00990 | On time 19:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 19:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66118 · P66667 | On time 19:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 20:22 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66142 · P76386 | On time 19:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 20:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00994 | On time 20:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 20:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01136 | On time 20:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 21:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01207 | 21:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 21:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66213 · P76410 | On time 21:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h21 | 22:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P01191 | On time 22:14 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h40 | 22:54 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01210 | 22:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h32 | 22:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01212 | 23:05 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h30 | 23:35 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P02920 · P76428 | On time 23:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h58 | 0:08 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P02920 · P76434 | On time 23:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h39 | 0:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66304 · P76434 | On time 23:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h21 | 0:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66333 · P76434 | On time 23:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h51 | 0:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| G00952 | 5:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h36 | 5:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66053 · P01648 | 5:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h59 | 6:29 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66070 · P76229 | 5:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 6:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P01649 | 6:00 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h33 | 6:33 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00955 | 6:18 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h36 | 6:54 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66093 · P76233 | 6:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h55 | 7:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66105 · P76237 | 6:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h09 | 7:50 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66115 · P76237 | 6:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h00 | 7:50 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00956 | 7:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 7:59 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P01650 | 7:47 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h41 | 8:28 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66163 · P76245 | 7:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h59 | 8:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00959 | 8:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h29 | 8:57 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66199 · P76255 | 8:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h08 | 9:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P66211 · P76255 | 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 9:49 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| G00960 | 9:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 9:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P02914 · P66671 | 9:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h52 | 10:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 1 change | |
| P01160 | 9:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h37 | 10:27 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00964 | 10:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h31 | 10:56 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P66825 | 10:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h34 | 11:20 Cambridge station (CBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG)
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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 26m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 22:28 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Greater Anglia from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) trainsCrossCountry, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Cambridge station (CBG) 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: Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) 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 station (CBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Airport (SSD) and Cambridge station (CBG)
Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cambridge station (CBG) trains use the London Kings Cross to Cambridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) and Cambridge station (CBG) 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.
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