London to Stansted Airport by train
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Overview: trains from London to Stansted Airport
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London to Stansted Airport train travel explained
Want to know how to get from London to Stansted Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from London to Stansted Airport take around 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 49 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around 03:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:25. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 78 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$43.80.
We think any time is a great time to visit Stansted Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Stansted Airport.
Is there a direct train from London to Stansted Airport?
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Stansted Airport.
How long does it take to travel from London to Stansted Airport?
The London to Stansted Airport train travel takes about 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the London to Stansted Airport train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Stansted Airport leaving London at around 03:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:25. This is the same at the weekend.
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- From Cambridge to Stansted Airport From AU$16.79
- From Peterborough to Stansted Airport From AU$27.01
- From Heathrow to Stansted Airport From AU$101.47
- From Birmingham to Stansted Airport From AU$32.12
- From Norwich to Stansted Airport From AU$73.73
- From York to Stansted Airport From AU$72.27
- From Nottingham to Stansted Airport From AU$67.16
- From Liverpool to Stansted Airport From AU$132.13
- From Lowestoft to Stansted Airport From AU$71.54
- From Darlington to Stansted Airport From AU$159.14
- From Southampton to Stansted Airport From AU$56.21
- From Clapham to Stansted Airport From AU$111.40
- From Oxford to Stansted Airport From AU$81.03
- From Tottenham to Stansted Airport From AU$39.42
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- From Stansted Airport to Peterborough From AU$27.01
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- From Stansted Airport to Birmingham From AU$31.39
- From Stansted Airport to Leicester From AU$26.28
- From Stansted Airport to Oxford From AU$79.57
- From Stansted Airport to Broxbourne From AU$48.22
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