The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to London will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for London every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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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P46704
P46644
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P46668Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 50 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£24 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to London train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London trains for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P46536 | On time 05:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h49 | 06:44 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46551 | On time 06:08 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h51 | 06:59 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46561 | On time 06:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 07:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46574 | On time 06:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 07:35 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46584 | On time 06:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 07:48 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46596 | On time 07:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 08:04 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46608 | On time 07:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 08:18 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46620 | On time 07:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 08:34 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46632 | On time 07:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 08:49 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46644 | On time 08:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 09:04 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46656 | On time 08:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h54 | 09:19 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46668 | On time 08:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 09:34 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46680 | On time 08:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h53 | 09:48 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46692 | On time 09:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h50 | 10:01 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
P46704 | On time 09:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0h48 | 10:16 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to London by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Abellio Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Abellio Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stansted Express to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to London.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to London.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to London
Trains from London Stansted Airport to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 45m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to London trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and London 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 Stansted Airport to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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