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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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41

train journeys
per day

21

miles (35 kms)

31 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 01:04

first / last train

24

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Stansted Airport , with 24 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Stansted Airport is approximately 21 miles (35 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 53 mins.

CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Stansted Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 31 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:44
    45 mins Direct
    05:29
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:17
    45 mins Direct
    06:02
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:20
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    06:27
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:10
    31 mins Direct
    06:41
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:34
    45 mins Direct
    07:19
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:49
    35 mins Direct
    07:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    54 mins 1 change
    07:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:34
    45 mins Direct
    08:19
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    36 mins Direct
    08:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:12
    45 mins Direct
    08:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    36 mins Direct
    09:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:12
    45 mins Direct
    09:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    36 mins Direct
    10:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:03
    54 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:48
    36 mins Direct
    11:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:03
    54 mins 1 change
    11:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:48
    36 mins Direct
    12:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:03
    54 mins 1 change
    12:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:48
    36 mins Direct
    13:24
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:03
    54 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Cambridge
    Stansted Airport
    Cambridge to Stansted Airport

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Cambridge and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:04.

First class tickets on trains between Cambridge and Stansted Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Stansted Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 24 direct services per day from Cambridge to Stansted Airport

CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Stansted Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Stansted Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.