What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Stanstead is to line 13 bus and line 41 bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Stanstead is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Drummer St Bus Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Stanstead?

The distance between Cambridge and Stanstead is 42 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Stanstead without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h and costs £65 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Cambridge to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Stanstead bus from?

Cambridge to Stanstead bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from Drummer St Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Stanstead bus arrive?

Cambridge to Stanstead bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Stanstead is 32 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Cambridge to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 671+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Cambridge to Stanstead - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 13 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Stanstead by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the taxi from Bury St Edmunds to Stansteadtaxi
1h
£69–96
Line 13 bus, line 41 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Closebus 41
2h 57m
£6–8
Drive 31.7 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Stansteadcar 31.7 mi
52 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cambridge to Stansteadtaxi 31.7 mi
52 min
£140–170

Cambridge to Stanstead by bus

45Weekly Buses

2h 57mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.5 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Stanway Close via Bus Station in around 2h 57m.

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