The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Grantham station (GRA) for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 1 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 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 129 km
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£36 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:03 Grantham station (GRA) | 2h40 | 09:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains or Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains or Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
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 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 11:53. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 11:53 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Hull Trains from Grantham station (GRA) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsCrossCountry, LNER, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Hull Trains trains will get you between Grantham station (GRA) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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