London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times and prices for Jan 16

Cheapest price

€30

Average price

€32

Fastest journey

1 h 27 m

Average duration

1 h 31 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) without transferring at least once.

Abellio Greater AngliaP46864+Tfl RailG24747+TubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo
01:11PM1h27
Stansted Airport (SSD)
02:38PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
€301One-way
2 transfers
Abellio Greater AngliaP46870+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
01:28PM1h29
Stansted Airport (SSD)
02:57PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
€301One-way
1 transfer
Abellio Greater AngliaP46864+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
01:11PM1h31
Stansted Airport (SSD)
02:42PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
€301One-way
1 transfer
Abellio Greater AngliaP46644+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
08:11AM1h36
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:47AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
€341One-way
1 transfer
Abellio Greater AngliaP46644+Tfl RailG23784+TubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo
08:11AM1h32
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:43AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
€341One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €22.

Distance: 50 km

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Train
Most popular
Bus

€35

Average price

€21

Average price

Cheapest

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Abellio Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:28 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
greater_angliaP46561+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
On time
6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h36
8:01 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		1 transfer
greater_angliaP46561 · P50732+assertis_tubeTube from Stratford (London) to London Waterloo
On time
6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h35
8:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		2 transfers
greater_angliaP46644+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
On time
8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h36
9:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		1 transfer
greater_angliaP46644+tfl_railG23784+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo
On time
8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h32
9:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		2 transfers
greater_angliaP46656+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
On time
8:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h37
10:02 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		1 transfer
greater_angliaP46668+tfl_railG23800+assertis_tubeTube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo
On time
8:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h32
10:13 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		2 transfers
greater_angliaP46668+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
On time
8:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h36
10:17 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		1 transfer
greater_angliaP46680+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo
On time
8:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h36
10:31 AM London Waterloo (WAT)		1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15
Distance
50 km
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 25m
First train
05:00
Last train
18:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€22
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Abellio Greater Anglia

FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) is on average 1 h 23 min   for the 50 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 21: 45.
There are 6 trains a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) which require at least one change with Abellio Greater Anglia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the journey from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) you can take a train with Abellio Greater Anglia. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to London Waterloo (WAT) from London Stansted Airport (STN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 45.
A day trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train is June.
You have options as you can travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Waterloo (WAT) 2 different ways: coach or train.

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