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Book Cheap Train Tickets From London to Stansted Airport
If you are flying from Stansted, taking a train from London to Stansted Airport is easy. Greater Anglia is the train operator that runs direct trains on the Stansted Express from London to London Stansted Airport. The London to Stanstead train also stops at Tottenham Hale, Bishops Stortford, Harlow Town, and Stansted Mountfitchet en route. Trains run every 15 minutes, so you can easily take a train from London to Stansted Airport, whatever time you are departing from London. Trains between London and Stansted Airport are high-speed, with the journey time as short as 45 minutes; most trains take under 50 minutes. Trains from London to Stansted cover 31 Miles / 50 Kilometres. The first service from London to Stansted departs from London at 04:40 while the last service from London to Stansted departs from London at 23:25. While there is a National Express bus from London to Stansted, it is much quicker and cheaper to take the train from London to Stansted.
Use our booking engine to plan your journey from London to Stansted, view London to Stansted train times, and find the cheapest Stansted Airport train tickets.
You can save money on Stansted Airport train tickets if you book in advance of departure to get cheaper Advance Train Tickets and if you take your journeys during off-peak train times.
Travelling From London to Stansted Airport by Train
Departure Station
London
Arrival Station
Stansted Airport
Distance
31 Miles / 50 Kilometres
First Train
04:40
Last Train
23:25
Fastest Journey Time
45 Minutes
Avg. Journey Time
54 Minutes
Frequency
77 Trains per day
Operators
Stansted Express
London to Stansted Airport Train Routes
The train operator, Greater Anglia runs trains on the London Liverpool Street Station to Stansted Train Station route under the Stansted Express branding. Trains on the route also stop at Tottenham Hale, Bishops Stortford, Harlow Town, and Stansted Mountfitchet. If you travel to Stansted Airport from elsewhere in the country, it is easy to take direct services to London and then take a train from London Liverpool Street Train Station to Stansted Airport.
Train Companies
Greater Anglia
Greater Anglia runs four direct trains per hour from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport under the branding of Stansted Express. Seats in both Standard Class and First Class benefit from free Wi-Fi, but if you would like more space and more comfortable table seats, you may want to buy train tickets in First Class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any direct trains from London to Stansted Airport?
Stansted Express operates regular direct trains from London to Stansted Airport every 15 minutes.
How far is the train journey from London to Stansted Airport?
The train journey between London and Stansted Airport covers 31 Miles / 50 Kilometres.
Can I take a flight-free trip from London to Stansted Airport?
You can take a flight-free trip from London to Stansted Airport if you take the train between London and Stansted Airport. Regular trains run and take as little as 45 minutes to reach Stansted Airport.
What is the best way to travel to Stansted Airport from London?
The best way to travel from London to Stansted Airport is by train. You will benefit from lower-priced train tickets and a fast journey.
What time does the first train run from London to Stansted Airport?
The first Stansted Airport trains from London to Stansted Airport depart at 04:40, making it easy to catch an early flight.
How late does the train from London to Stansted Airport run?
You can catch a train from London to Stansted Airport as late as 23:25.
How many trains go from London to Stansted Airport per day?
77 Stansted Airport Trains go from London to Stansted Airport daily, and trains run around every 15 minutes.
When do tickets from London to Stansted Airport go on sale?
Train tickets from London to Stansted Airport typically go on sale up to 12 weeks before departure. It is best to book as far in advance as possible to get the cheapest tickets.
How can I find cheap train tickets from London to Stansted Airport?
Booking in advance and travelling during off-peak times can help you find cheap train tickets from London to Stansted Airport.
How do I find the best train route from London to Stansted Airport?
You can find the best train route from London to Stansted Airport by searching for trains using our booking engine.
What are the main train operating companies from London to Stansted Airport?
Greater Anglia is the main train operating company from London to Stansted Airport. It operates trains between the two stations under the Stansted Express brand.
How do I find London to Stansted Airport train timetables?
You can find London to Stansted Airport train timetables by searching for trains using our booking engine.
How early should I arrive for a train in the UK?
We usually recommend arriving 30 minutes before a train departs in the UK. However, because London to Stansted Airport trains run every 15 minutes, you do not need to arrive as early.
Do London to Stansted Airport trains offer Wi-Fi and other facilities?
London to Stansted Airport trains offer Wi-Fi and plug sockets. In first class you will also find more comfortable table seats.
