Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 95 kilometres.

Train cost between Reading and Stansted Mountfitchet: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £34.10, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

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Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet departure frequency and train timetable

With 8 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 42 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:14 and the last one is at 23:14. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:20, with the last one at 20:50.

Train duration for trips from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet

The swiftest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 48 minutes, crossing a total distance of 95 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet trains

Tickets for travel to Stansted Mountfitchet along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Further insights on trains from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Stansted Mountfitchet city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Reading and Stansted Mountfitchet by train?

The total journey from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet is 95 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The cheapest fare on this route is £34.10. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 3 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The fastest journey on this route takes 1 hour and 48 minutes.