The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Grantham station (GRA) for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.




Live departures
Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:49 Grantham station (GRA) | 2h52 | 07:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 2h51 | 08:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Trains from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 20:04 |
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FAQs: Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Grantham station (GRA) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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