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Stansted Airport to Cambridge train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Stansted Airport to Cambridge, starting from £9.15 and averaging £14.00. The entire journey takes no more than 27m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
- Sat, Apr 26
- Sun, Apr 27From £13.40
- Mon, Apr 28From £13.40
- Tue, Apr 29From £13.40
- Wed, Apr 30From £13.40
- Thu, May 1From £9.15
- Fri, May 2From £13.40
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:30 Stansted Airport | 01:19 Cambridge | 49m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:22 Stansted Airport | 05:49 Cambridge | 27m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:27 Stansted Airport | 05:55 Cambridge | 28m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:12 Stansted Airport | 06:51 Cambridge | 39m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:27 Stansted Airport | 06:56 Cambridge | 29m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:48 Stansted Airport | 07:19 Paris | 31m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Stansted Airport to Cambridge train route details

First train
00:30

Last train
23:48

Journey time
27m

Distance
23 miles

Price
£9.15*
How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Cambridge

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Stansted Airport to Cambridge. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stansted Airport to Cambridge for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Stansted Airport to Cambridge, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Stansted Airport to Cambridge more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Stansted Airport to Cambridge train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.