The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.
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Compare coach and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 48 km
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1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81638 | On time 08:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 09:13 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81650 | On time 08:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 09:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81662 | On time 08:36 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 09:42 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81674 | On time 08:51 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 09:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81686 | On time 09:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 10:13 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81698 | On time 09:21 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 10:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y82806 | On time 17:05 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h08 | 18:13 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81484 | On time 17:20 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 18:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81494 | On time 17:35 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 18:42 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81506 | On time 17:50 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 18:57 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81518 | On time 18:05 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h08 | 19:13 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ Y81531 | On time 18:20 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h05 | 19:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 55m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 04:02 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and London Stansted Airport from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and London Stansted Airport
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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