Bishop's Stortford to London train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bishop's Stortford to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

41 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bishop's Stortford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bishop's Stortford to London will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Bishop's Stortford for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 52 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
06:580h52
Bishop's Stortford
07:50London
£171One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
07:140h41
Bishop's Stortford
07:55London
£251One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
19:000h45
Bishop's Stortford
19:45London
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bishop's Stortford to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bishop's Stortford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 45 km

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Coach

£24

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Abellio Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

Airport Bus Express Ltd

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bishop's Stortford to London train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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On time
06:10 Bishop's Stortford station (BIS)
0h39
06:49 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
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On time
06:24 Bishop's Stortford station (BIS)
0h43
07:07 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
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On time
06:28 Bishop's Stortford station (BIS)
0h51
07:19 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
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On time
06:39 Bishop's Stortford station (BIS)
0h43
07:22 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
greater_angliaY09185
On time
06:44 Bishop's Stortford station (BIS)
0h41
07:25 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect
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On time
06:54 Bishop's Stortford station (BIS)
0h47
07:41 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bishop's Stortford to London?

The best time to book your train from Bishop's Stortford to London is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bishop's Stortford to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bishop's Stortford to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bishop's Stortford to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bishop's Stortford to London

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Trains from Bishop's Stortford to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
38m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Bishop's Stortford to London trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Bishop's Stortford and London from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
36m
Cheapest Price
£16
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
29 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Stansted Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
£24
Stansted Express frequency
21 a day

FAQs: Bishop's Stortford to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bishop's Stortford to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bishop's Stortford to London.
FAQs
Booking trains from Bishop's Stortford to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Bishop's Stortford to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train distance from Bishop's Stortford to London is 45 km.
The cheapest way to get from Bishop's Stortford to London is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The train station in Bishop's Stortford that goes to London is Bishop's Stortford station (BIS), and it arrives at London Liverpool Street (LST).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bishop's Stortford to London.
Yes, you can take the train from Bishop's Stortford to London.
The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to London covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bishop's Stortford and London. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express.
The first train from Bishop's Stortford to London leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Bishop's Stortford to London departs at 23:58.
Trains from Bishop's Stortford to London run approximately 6 times per day.
To get from Bishop's Stortford to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bishop's Stortford to London.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bishop's Stortford and London

Bishop's Stortford
London
The major train station for departures in Bishop's Stortford is Bishop's Stortford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bishop's Stortford for your trip from Bishop's Stortford to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Bishop's Stortford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.

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