Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport train with Elizabeth line

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£35

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£35

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 37 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 37 m

Trains on 18 Sept

42

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.

Fast trains

To travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.

  • Elizabeth Line (TfL)
    5:301h37
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    7:07Stansted Airport
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth Line (TfL)
    6:001h40
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    7:40Stansted Airport
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth Line (TfL)
    6:151h42
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    7:57Stansted Airport
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth Line (TfL)
    6:301h37
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    8:07Stansted Airport
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth Line (TfL)
    6:451h38
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    8:23Stansted Airport
    £351One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a train costs an average of £58.

Distance: 68 km

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Coach
Driving

£58

Average Price

£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 18m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport is a coach with an average price of £49.

This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £58.

The fastest way to travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 32m.

Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and London Stansted Airport including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.96. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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 today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Elizabeth Line (TfL)20:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
22:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)20:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
22:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)21:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
22:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)21:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
22:55 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)21:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
23:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)21:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
23:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)22:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h41
23:41 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)22:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h54
0:09 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)22:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
5h57
4:27 Stansted Airport1 change
Friday 18 September
Elizabeth Line (TfL)5:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
7:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)6:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
7:40 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)6:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h42
7:57 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)6:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
8:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)6:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
8:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)7:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h39
8:39 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)7:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h39
8:54 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)7:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h39
9:09 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)7:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
9:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)8:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h39
9:39 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)8:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h39
9:54 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)8:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h39
10:09 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)8:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
10:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)9:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
10:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)9:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
10:55 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)9:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
11:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)9:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
11:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)10:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
11:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)10:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
11:55 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)10:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
12:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)10:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
12:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)11:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
12:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)11:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
12:55 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)11:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
13:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)11:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
13:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)12:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
13:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)12:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
13:55 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)12:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
14:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)12:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
14:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)13:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
14:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)13:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
14:55 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)13:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
15:07 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)13:45 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h38
15:23 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)14:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h37
15:37 Stansted Airport1 change
Elizabeth Line (TfL)14:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
1h40
15:55 Stansted Airport1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 29m.

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 £31
Distance
68 km
Average train duration
1h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£58
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
5:30
Last train
22:30
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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 £31

Train companies: Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport trainsElizabeth line, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and London Stansted Airport from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Greater Anglia Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£58
Greater Anglia frequency
5 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
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Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£58
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £58, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport is 68 km.
The first train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport departs at 22:30.
Trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 4 to London Stansted Airport typically involves transfers and travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views. The route is more functional than picturesque, primarily serving as a practical means of transportation.
A day trip from Heathrow Terminal 4 to London Stansted Airport may not be feasible as the journey takes 1h 29m. The distance is 68 km and trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Stansted Airport.

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