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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | City Centre | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | City Centre | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | City Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | City Centre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | City Centre | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stansted to Cambridge
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cambridge. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Stansted and Cambridge?
Stops in Cambridge
- A37 Parkside, Cambridge CB1 1PN, UK
- B
Drummer St
19305 Parker St, Cambridge CB1 1NQ, UK - C
Cambridge Bus Stop Queen's Road
Granta Pl, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 1RS, UK - D
Cambridge Parkside
Gonville Pl, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 1NA, UK
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Users consistently praise the service for its pleasant and helpful drivers. Many reviews highlight that drivers were polite, professional, and accommodating. The buses are generally on time with a few instances of minor delays explained courteously by the staff. Overall, customers appreciate the excellent service provided during their journeys.
National Express Stansted Cambridge recent customer reviews
Polite helpful driver, excellent coach, on time with no drama. One couldn't ask for more.
Gavin R.
I am happy with the service during mine journey. Bus Was a bit late not on time but the driver was very polite nad nicely explain what happened.
Bogumiła J.
Great staff and bus late due to roadworks and driver apologised. All passengers very happy.
Shelby M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Cambridge by bus
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 bus ticket from Stansted to Cambridge?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to Cambridge start at PEN 36. The average price for this route is around PEN 51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stansted to Cambridge?
The average bus journey time from Stansted to Cambridge is 45m, covering a distance of 37 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Cambridge route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Cambridge?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Cambridge at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Cambridge?
A bus trip from Stansted to Cambridge produces an estimated 0.902575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Cambridge was searched and found on 09 May 2026 with a price of PEN 44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Cambridge as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 44 to PEN 114 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Cambridge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 44, which is on 2026-05-09.
