The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
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 £31.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for London Stansted Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.








Travel Information
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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£30 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
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, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:35 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 06:42 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h01 | 09:11 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h02 | 12:27 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 13:44 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 14:31 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport by coach or train
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.
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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.

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