What is the cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

The fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge is to train which takes 31 min and costs £8 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Parkside. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stansted Airport and arriving at Cambridge. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

The distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Cambridge is 24 miles. The road distance is 29.9 miles.

How do I travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge without a car?

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £8 - £15.

How long does it take to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

The train from Stansted Airport to Cambridge takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge bus from?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train from?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stansted Airport station.

Train or bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge is to train which takes 31 min and costs £8 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £21 and takes 50 min.

Where does the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge bus arrive?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Parkside station.

Where does the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train arrive?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge is 30 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge.

How do I get a train ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

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Where can I stay near Cambridge?

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Can I share a ride from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Cambridge. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to CambridgeStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
31 min
£8–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Parkside727 / ...
50 min
£9–21
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Stansted-STN to Cambridge29.7 mi
35 min
£40–55
Drive 29.7 mi
1. Drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge29.7 mi
35 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge29.7 mi
35 min
£60–80

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge by train

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Distance: 24.2 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between London Stansted Airport (STN), England and Cambridge, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Stansted Airport to Cambridge hourly. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 31 min. Greater Anglia also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Parkside every 4 hours. Tickets cost £9–21 and the journey takes 50 min.

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