How much is the train ticket from Stansted to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to London start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Stansted to London?

The average train ride duration from Stansted to London is 46m, covering a distance of 28 miles (44 km). The quickest train can get you there in 27m and is operated by Greater Anglia .

Which train operators service the Stansted to London route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 58 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stansted to London?

The earliest train departs from Stansted to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Stansted to London from $11

Next train departures

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:48pm	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:22am	Stansted Mountfitchet	57m	8:19am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:49am	Stansted Mountfitchet	51m	8:40am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:52am	Stansted Mountfitchet	58m	8:50am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	8:22am	Stansted Mountfitchet	58m	9:20am	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	7:48am	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:20am	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	8:02am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:20am	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	8:02am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:52am	Stansted Mountfitchet	53m	8:45am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:52am	Stansted Mountfitchet	53m	8:45am	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:52am	Stansted Mountfitchet	35m	8:27am	Tottenham Hale	Cheapest
Train	8:17am	Stansted Mountfitchet	27m	8:44am	Tottenham Hale	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Stansted Mountfitchet	51m	8:07am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:16am	Stansted Mountfitchet	51m	8:07am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:52am	Stansted Mountfitchet	51m	8:43am	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:45pm	Tottenham Hale	Cheapest
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:45pm	Tottenham Hale	Fastest
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	3:59pm	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	3:59pm	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	3:52pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	50m	4:42pm	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:45pm	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:17am	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	8:04am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:20am	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	8:16am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:50am	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	8:45am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	8:17am	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	9:04am	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:45pm	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:17am	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	8:04am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:20am	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	8:16am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:50am	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	8:45am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	8:17am	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	9:04am	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures for Stansted to London on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:45pm	Tottenham Hale	Cheapest
Train	3:17pm	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	3:45pm	Tottenham Hale	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	8:04am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:20am	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	8:16am	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	7:50am	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	8:45am	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:16 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Stansted to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

84 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $62	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $74	Average Duration46m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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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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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. Travelers 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 $12

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stansted to London 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 Stansted to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to London start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stansted to London?
The average train ride duration from Stansted to London is 46m, covering a distance of 28 miles (44 km). The quickest train can get you there in 27m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators service the Stansted to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 58 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Stansted to London?
The earliest train departs from Stansted to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$16

12/10

$16

Today

$16

12/12

$16

12/13

$16

12/14

$16

12/15

$16

12/16

$16

The cheapest trip from Stansted to London was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $70 for a train ticket from Stansted to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-13.