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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
50 km
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 €25.
Of the 10 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for London on Wed, Feb 11, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 11 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Wed, Feb 11 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 50 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€27 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to London train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London trains for today, Tuesday, February 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P46644 | On time 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 9:04 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P46656 | On time 8:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 9:19 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P46668 | On time 8:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 9:34 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P46680 | On time 8:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 9:48 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P46692 | On time 9:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h50 | 10:01 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P46704 | On time 9:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h48 | 10:16 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 45m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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