London Stansted Airport to London train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 28

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€27

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to London 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 will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for London on Sun, Dec 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 28 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .

On Sun, Dec 28 the slowest trains will take 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Abellio Greater Anglia
01:00PM0h45
London Stansted Airport
01:45PMLondon
201One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater Anglia
08:45PM0h58
London Stansted Airport
09:43PMLondon
201One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater Anglia
09:00AM0h45
London Stansted Airport
09:45AMLondon
311One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater Anglia
08:00AM1h00
London Stansted Airport
09:00AMLondon
311One-way
0 transfers
Abellio Greater Anglia
01:15PM0h46
London Stansted Airport
02:01PMLondon
311One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to London

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London 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 train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 50 km

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Bus

€29

Average price

€19

Average price

Cheapest

1h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Abellio Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

National Express

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to London train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London trains for today, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:14 AM
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Tickets
greater_angliaF03366+tfl_railF17475
On time
11:12 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1h12
12:24 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to London

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 45m.

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
50m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
45m
First train
05:00
Last train
22:59
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, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to London trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and London 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
45m
Cheapest Price
€20
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
8 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

Stansted Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
€27
Stansted Express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to London is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Stansted Airport (STN) to London train travel time is 45 min   for the 50 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London leaves at 22: 59.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London without having to change trains with Abellio Greater Anglia. There are 8 direct trains from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London, you can count on Abellio Greater Anglia for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 59.
A day trip to London from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London including taking a coach or train.

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