First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
3 h 13 m
Trains on 15 Sept
5
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.
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G00830Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a coach costs an average of £32.
Distance: 158 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £32.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 7m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 2h 30m versus 2h 13m 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.
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 7:35 |
Last train 17:20 |
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Compare Greater Anglia classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Central (LCN) 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.

Most Lincoln Central (LCN) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Lincoln Central to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln Central (LCN) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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