The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€43
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 2 trains that leave Watford Junction (WFJ) for London Stansted Airport on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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 Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, and a bus costs an average of €27.
Distance: 52 km
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:02 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h42 | 10:44 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h34 | 11:07 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Abellio Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Abellio Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tube to find the best option for your trip from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:51, the last at 13:02. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 07:51 |
Last train 13:02 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Tube from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Tube trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and London Stansted Airport from €26. 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 Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Watford Junction (WFJ) to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
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