How much is the train ticket from London to Stansted?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Stansted start at $9. The average price for this train route is around $47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Stansted?

The average train trip from London to Stansted takes 40m and covers 41 km. The quickest train gets you there in 27m and is operated by Greater Anglia .

Which train operators serve the London to Stansted route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 51 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Stansted?

The earliest train from London to Stansted departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:56pm.

Train London to Stansted from $9

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Stansted on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:45am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	3:18pm	Tottenham Hale	29m	3:47pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	37m	7:40am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:57am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	34m	8:07am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:45am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	3:18pm	Tottenham Hale	29m	3:47pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	37m	7:40am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:57am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	34m	8:07am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:45am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	3:18pm	Tottenham Hale	29m	3:47pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	37m	7:40am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:57am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	34m	8:07am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:45am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	3:18pm	Tottenham Hale	29m	3:47pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	37m	7:40am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:57am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	34m	8:07am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:45am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	3:18pm	Tottenham Hale	29m	3:47pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	37m	7:40am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	39m	7:57am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	34m	8:07am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Tottenham Hale	37m	8:13am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	29m	7:47am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	34m	7:37am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	37m	7:55am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	34m	8:07am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:07am	Tottenham Hale	36m	8:43am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	27m	7:45am	Stansted Mountfitchet	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Tottenham Hale	35m	7:38am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:18am	Tottenham Hale	34m	7:52am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	7:33am	Tottenham Hale	35m	8:08am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

49 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $96	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $54	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $9	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Stansted?

London

A
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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B
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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C
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Train companies

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.8

Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Greater Anglia ticket prices on this trip start at $9

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Stansted by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Stansted start at $9. The average price for this train route is around $47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Stansted?
The average train trip from London to Stansted takes 40m and covers 41 km. The quickest train gets you there in 27m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the London to Stansted route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 51 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Stansted?
The earliest train from London to Stansted departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:56pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-24

$28

01-25

$31

Today

$27

01-27

$27

01-28

$27

01-29

$27

01-30

$27

01-31

$27

The cheapest trip from London to Stansted was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Stansted, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $47 for a train ticket from London to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-27.