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House on the Hill Toy Museum
House museum beside the castle displaying eccentric collections, period rooms and curiosities that make for an unusual visit near Stansted.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kings Lynn to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kings Lynn to Stansted will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Kings Lynn to Stansted, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.

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Trains from Kings Lynn to Stansted run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Kings Lynn to Stansted trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 Kings Lynn | 1h28 | 8:43 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Kings Lynn | 1h35 | 13:20 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
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House museum beside the castle displaying eccentric collections, period rooms and curiosities that make for an unusual visit near Stansted.
Museum and art gallery in Saffron Walden with natural history, archaeology, world cultures and temporary exhibitions in one compact venue.
Aviation museum at the airport featuring preserved aircraft and displays on Stansted’s role in civil and military aviation.
Large country park with lakes, woodland and open grassland. Popular for walking, birdwatching and an easy escape close to the airport.
Historic market square in Saffron Walden lined with old buildings, shops and regular market activity, ideal for a short stroll and photos.
Landscaped park around a maze, open lawns and ornamental features. It is a pleasant local favourite for a quiet walk near Stansted.
Essex smoked bacon is traditionally cured and smoked, prized for a rich savoury flavour and long links to the county’s farming and breakfast tables.
Tiptree jam, made in Essex since the nineteenth century, is a classic local preserve served with toast, scones and afternoon tea.
Bread and butter pudding is a traditional English dessert of buttered bread, dried fruit, custard and baking, widely eaten in Essex pubs and homes.
Smart country-house dining venue in Elsenham offering modern British dishes in a quieter, more refined setting.
Traditional pub near Stansted Mountfitchet serving British classics and drinks in a historic, cosy setting.
Established pub and restaurant in Stansted Mountfitchet known for hearty British meals and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Moderate for England: airport-area stays and rail fares are pricey, but casual dining and coffee are fairly typical for UK tourist hubs.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise round up or tip 10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes: optional small change.
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Most Kings Lynn to Stansted trains use the Kings Lynn to station pair. Use this guide to compare Kings Lynn and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kings Lynn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kings Lynn.
Wi-Fi is available at Kings Lynn. ATMs are available at Kings Lynn.
Ticket office support is available at Kings Lynn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kings Lynn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kings Lynn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Lynn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the bridge outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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