Harlow to Stansted Airport by train

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Overview: trains from Harlow to Stansted Airport

Find the key information for travelling by train from Harlow to Stansted Airport, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:01 View journey
Last train 23:55 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 17m View journey
Distance (km) 14
Trains / day 83 View all
Cheapest journey AU$40.15 View journey
Avg journey time 22m
Train operators 2

Taking the train from Harlow to Stansted Airport

Ready to book a trip from Harlow to Stansted Airport by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Harlow and Stansted Airport

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$40.15

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Harlow to Stansted Airport train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:11.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:55.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:01.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:54.

  • 83 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 13 minutes.

Harlow to Stansted Airport distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 14 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 17 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Harlow and Stansted Airport?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Maximising your travels to Stansted Airport

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Stansted Airport.

FAQs about the train journey from Harlow to Stansted Airport

Want to know more about your journey from Harlow to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Harlow and Stansted Airport spans 14 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.