Stansted Airport Trains
Book cheap train tickets to/from Stansted Airport
For travellers seeking the fastest way to reach Stansted Airport, look no further than the Stansted Express. Stansted Express offers direct train connections to various destinations, including London Liverpool Street, Tottenham Hale, Bishop's Stortford, Harlow Town, and Stansted Mountfitchet. Stansted Airport Station is located right within the airport complex. Passengers can enjoy a short and easy walk (around 2 minutes) to the terminal building, with lifts, escalators, and ramps ensuring accessibility for all.
It's advisable to refer to our train schedules for specific timings and frequencies.
Trains to Stansted Airport
Trains to Stansted Airport provide convenient and frequent transportation from London city centre with a duration of approximately 48m. Trains to Stansted Airport offer frequent departures. Ticket prices vary depending on the class and time of travel, starting from around US$31.75. The main train company operating this route is Greater Anglia, known for its reliable and efficient service.
Additionally, there are train links from other cities and towns to Stansted Airport, such as Leicester, Norwich, Birmingham, Peterborough, Cambridge.
Trains From Stansted Airport
Trains from Stansted Airport provide convenient and frequent transportation from London City Centre with a duration of approximately 48m. Ticket prices vary depending on the class and time of travel, starting from around US$31.75. The main train company operating this route is Greater Anglia, known for its reliable and efficient service.
Additionally, there are train links from Stansted Airport to other cities and towns, such as Kings Lynn, Norwich, Birmingham, Stratford, Liverpool.
Stansted Airport to London
Stansted Airport trains are served by Stansted Express (a sub-brand of Greater Anglia) that provide direct services to London Liverpool Street. Stansted Express offers the fastest way to travel between London Stansted Airport and London Liverpool Street in central London. Trains depart approximately every 15 minutes, seven days a week, with an average ticket price of around £23.
Oyster and contactless are not accepted on Stansted Express. A valid train ticket to London Stansted Airport (purchased online or at the station) is required to avoid a penalty fare.
Stansted Express
| Route | Average Duration | Departures (First Train) | Departures (Last Train) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stansted Airport to London | 48m | 00:30 | 23:59 | from US$31.75 |
| London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport | 48m | 04:40 | 23:25 | from US$31.75 |
| Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport | 40m | 04:52 | 23:40 | from US$31.22 |
Stansted Airport Map
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FAQs About Stansted Airport Trains
How do I get from the train station to the terminal?
It takes less than two minutes to walk between the airport train station and the terminal, and there are elevators, escalators, and ramps connecting the two. Overhead signs are also there help guide you to the airport.Can I use an Oyster card on the Stansted Express?
No. Oyster cards and contactless cards are not accepted on the Stansted Express. A valid train ticket to London Stansted Airport (purchased online or at the station) is required to avoid a penalty fare.How do I get to the London Underground?
Stansted Express services run to London Liverpool Street, Tottenham Hale and Stratford. To get to the London Underground you’ll need to change, depending on which line you’ll be travelling on.
Victoria Line: Change at Tottenham Hale
Central/Elizabeth/Circle/Metropolitan/Hammersmith and City Line: Change at London Liverpool Street.
For more information, visit our Trip.com Stansted Airport Trains page.
Is Greater Anglia the same as Stansted Express?
The Stansted Express is a sub-brand of Greater Anglia, the current franchise operator of the East Anglia franchise.