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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire) | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cambridge Central Train Station | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cambridge to Stansted
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cambridge and Stansted?
Cambridge
- A
Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford (Cambridgeshire)
Whittlesford Parkway, Whittlesford, Cambridge CB22 4NL, UK - B
Cambridge Central Train Station
22 Station Rd, Cambridge CB1, UK - C33 Sandy Ln, Cambridge CB4 1TH, UK
Stansted
- A
London Stansted Airport
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cambridge to Stansted by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cambridge to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from Cambridge to Stansted start from R 95. The average price for this train route is around R 355. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cambridge to Stansted?
The average train journey time from Cambridge to Stansted is 39m, covering a distance of 25 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the Cambridge to Stansted route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from Greater Anglia, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cambridge to Stansted?
The earliest train from Cambridge to Stansted departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:22.
Which is the best train operator from Cambridge to Stansted?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cambridge to Stansted?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cambridge to Stansted?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Greater Anglia, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cambridge to Stansted?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Greater Anglia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cambridge to Stansted was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cambridge to Stansted as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 199 to R 355 for a train ticket from Cambridge to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 199, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Greater Anglia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
