How to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge

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Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $21.

Distance: 21 miles (34 km)

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from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge

How to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greater AngliaP76442
    12:46 AM0h29
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    1:15 AMCambridge South
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Greater AngliaP76442
    12:46 AM0h29
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    1:15 AMCambridge South
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greater AngliaP76442
    12:46 AM0h29
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    1:15 AMCambridge South
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greater AngliaP76434
    12:15 AM0h30
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    12:45 AMCambridge South
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP76268
    10:13 AM0h31
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    10:44 AMCambridge South
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP76256
    9:13 AM0h31
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    9:44 AMCambridge South
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Stansted to Cambridge

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Stansted to Cambridge, 82,73% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Stansted to Cambridge and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Stansted to Cambridge. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge

Travel to Cambridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge is a train with an average price of $21 (€17).

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge:

A train is $0.09 (€0.07) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 26m.

The distance from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge is approximately 21 miles (34 km).
The average frequency per day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stansted Mountfitchet and Cambridge as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) and arrive in Cambridge station (CBG).
  • Buses mostly depart from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station and arrive in Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Stephensons of Essex to go to Cambridge by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Stansted Express to go to Cambridge by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge:
  • 7 direct trains per day with Greater Anglia, Cross Country.
Omio customers who travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Cambridge often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Kings Cross (KGX), Oxford, London Stansted Airport, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cambridge and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cambridge to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square, or attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour. Don't miss the stunning King's College Chapel, the art-filled Fitzwilliam Museum, the picturesque Backs, the historic Trinity College, and the tranquil Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
For a fulfilling experience in Cambridge, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its historic colleges, museums, and the picturesque River Cam.
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