Travelling from Stansted Airport to Heathrow by train

Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to Heathrow by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Heathrow take around 1 hour and 39 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 68 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:59. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 101 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £38.30.

We think any time is a great time to visit Heathrow, 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 Heathrow.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Heathrow?

The journey between Stansted Airport and Heathrow usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Heathrow every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Heathrow?

The Stansted Airport to Heathrow train travel takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to Heathrow train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Heathrow leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:59. This is the same at the weekend.