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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 11 buses that leave Cambridge for London Stansted Airport on Wed, Jul 15, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 45 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.
NX7286:15 PM1h00Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)7:15 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$211One-way0 transfers- NX7284:00 PM1h05Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)5:05 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$211One-way0 transfers
- NX7777:15 PM0h50Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)8:05 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$221One-way0 transfers
- NX7779:40 PM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)10:25 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$221One-way0 transfers
- NX7279:20 AM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)10:05 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$271One-way0 transfers
- NX7279:20 AM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)10:05 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$271One-way0 transfers
- NX7779:40 PM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)10:25 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$221One-way0 transfers
- NX7275:45 AM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)6:30 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$321One-way0 transfers
- NX7271:35 AM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)2:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$321One-way0 transfers
- NX7273:50 AM0h45Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)4:35 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 57m.
You'll arrive about -1h -15m sooner (57m by bus vs 42m by car) and save roughly $-8.99 (€-7.41) compared to fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cambridge to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Cambridge to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:55 PM Cambridge | 0h50 | 1:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:55 PM Cambridge | 0h50 | 2:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:40 PM Cambridge | 0h45 | 10:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| NX727 | 1:35 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 2:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 3:50 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 4:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 5:45 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h45 | 6:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 7:55 AM Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 0h55 | 8:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to London Stansted Airport by bus. 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 bus, 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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