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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stansted Airport (SSD) for London Charing Cross (CHX) on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€35 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P46552+ G23995+ Tube from Whitechapel to London Charing Cross | On time 6:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h23 | 7:34 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2 transfers | |
| P46552+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Charing Cross | On time 6:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h28 | 7:39 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1 transfer | |
| P46562+G24013+Tube from Whitechapel to London Charing Cross | On time 6:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h21 | 7:49 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2 transfers | |
| P46562+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Charing Cross | On time 6:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h26 | 7:54 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1 transfer | |
| P46575+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Charing Cross | On time 6:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h26 | 8:09 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 1 transfer | |
| P46575+G24028+Tube from Whitechapel to London Charing Cross | On time 6:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1h21 | 8:04 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 16:45 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and London Charing Cross (CHX) from €15. 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 Charing Cross (CHX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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