The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) for London Stansted Airport 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 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 68 km
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h56 | 10:11 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) | 1h57 | 12:27 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 10:30. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 07:03 |
Last train 10:30 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and London Stansted Airport from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
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