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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$18
Fastest journey on Sep 20
29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
29 m
Trains on Sep 20
20
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) 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 station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 20 trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport, including 15 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
G012029:11 AM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)9:40 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers- G0120411:11 AM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)11:40 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G012061:11 PM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)1:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G008133:11 PM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)3:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G008195:11 PM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)5:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G012029:11 AM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)9:40 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G0120411:11 AM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)11:40 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G012061:11 PM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)1:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G008133:11 PM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)3:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
- G008195:11 PM0h29Cambridge station (CBG)5:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport:
A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $21.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (34m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around $17 compared to roughly $11 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, Cross Country.
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
Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P66798 | Delayed 6:48 AM 7:47 AMCambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 8:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00800 | On time 8:14 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h29 | 8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01148 | On time 8:47 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 9:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00802 | On time 9:07 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 9:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01157 | On time 9:47 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 10:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00804 | On time 10:14 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h29 | 10:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66820 | On time 10:47 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 11:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00799 | On time 11:07 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 11:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P76851 | On time 11:47 AM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 12:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00807 | On time 12:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 12:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66837 | On time 12:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 1:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00809 | On time 1:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 1:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P01163 | On time 1:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 2:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00811 | On time 2:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 2:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66853 | On time 2:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 3:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00815 | On time 3:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 3:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66863 | On time 3:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 4:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00817 | On time 4:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 4:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P76865 | On time 4:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 5:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00820 | On time 5:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 5:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P66875 | On time 5:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 6:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00823 | On time 6:14 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h29 | 6:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00834 | On time 9:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 9:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P76420 · P66265 | On time 9:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h05 | 10:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00836 | On time 10:07 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h33 | 10:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P76432 · P66312 | On time 10:18 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 1h05 | 11:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| P76440 · P66327 | On time 10:47 PM Cambridge station (CBG) | 0h52 | 11:39 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport
Most Cambridge station (CBG) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Cambridge to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge station (CBG) and London Stansted Airport 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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