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Outbound fromCambridge North to Stansted Airport by train
It takes an average of 44m to travel from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 24 miles (38 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £6.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:19 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge North | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 40m | |
| Distance | 24 miles (38 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £6.40 | |
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Taking the train from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport in 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 44 minutes to travel the 24 miles (38 km) from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 28 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Greater Anglia for all or at least part of your journey to Stansted Airport.
Book train tickets from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £6.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stansted Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge North to Stansted Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cambridge North to Stansted Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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