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Compare train and bus for Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet:
A train is $0.29 (€0.23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Stansted Mountfitchet take longer:
Bus takes on average 48m.
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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 Stansted Mountfitchet Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 07:18AM | Arrival Time 08:26AM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 09:52AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:52AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:52AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LE015600 · F18700 | On time 8:35 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h17 | 9:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1 transfer | |
| LE015400 · F18696 | On time 9:35 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h17 | 10:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1 transfer | |
| LE015300 · F18692 | On time 10:35 AM Cambridge North (CMB) | 1h17 | 11:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
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Buses from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 6 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest bus covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 59m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
FAQs: Bus from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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