The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds for Stansted Mountfitchet 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 241 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
8:403h12Leeds11:52Stansted Mountfitchet£691One-way0 changes
9:403h12Leeds12:52Stansted Mountfitchet£691One-way0 changes
9:403h12Leeds12:52Stansted Mountfitchet£691One-way0 changes
8:403h12Leeds11:52Stansted Mountfitchet£691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£62 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02161+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ P66360 | 8:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h37 | 11:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
G07964+ G00841+ P66363 | 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h36 | 12:16 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
G07964+ G00841+ P76300 | 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h12 | 11:52 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
C02165+ P66384+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale | 9:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h37 | 12:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
G07971+ P76311+ G00806 | 9:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h12 | 12:52 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
C02172+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ P02927 | 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 3h37 | 13:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet
Trains from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 0:42 |
Last train 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Leeds and Stansted Mountfitchet 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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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Stansted Mountfitchet
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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