London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX)

Showing times and prices for 05 Dec

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

1 h 23 m

Average duration

1 h 28 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 Charing Cross (CHX) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

To travel from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) you need to make at least one change.

Abellio Greater AngliaY81592+Tfl RailP07375+TubeTube from Whitechapel to London Charing Cross
08:301h27
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:57London Charing Cross (CHX)
£321One-way
2 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaY81592 · Y10828+Tfl RailP07888+TubeTube from Whitechapel to London Charing Cross
08:301h23
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:53London Charing Cross (CHX)
£321One-way
3 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaY81580 · Y10344+Tfl RailP07868+TubeTube from Whitechapel to London Charing Cross
08:151h26
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:41London Charing Cross (CHX)
£321One-way
3 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaY81580+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Charing Cross
08:151h35
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:50London Charing Cross (CHX)
£321One-way
1 change
Abellio Greater AngliaY81592+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Charing Cross
08:301h33
Stansted Airport (SSD)
10:03London Charing Cross (CHX)
£321One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 50 km

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Coach

£31

Average Price

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 46m

Average total duration

1h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:55
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_anglia07:30 London Stansted Airport
1h23
08:53 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
greater_anglia13:30 London Stansted Airport
1h27
14:57 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) by coach or train

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Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 13:30. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance
50 km
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 22m
First train
05:28
Last train
13:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and London Charing Cross (CHX) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
£21
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Abellio Greater Anglia

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 Charing Cross (CHX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross is not typically considered scenic, as it primarily passes through suburban areas and parts of London, rather than offering views of the countryside or notable landmarks.
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The cost of a train ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) is 50 km.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) departs at 13:30.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross. The journey duration is 1h 22m, with a distance of 50 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX).
Booking trains from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 1h 22m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) leaves at 5:28.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX).
Yes, you can take the train from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX).
To get from London Stansted Airport to London Charing Cross (CHX), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and London Charing Cross (CHX)

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London Charing CrossShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers.
  • Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse. Radar key for accessible toilets
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Charing Cross
  • Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
London Charing CrossShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers.
  • Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse. Radar key for accessible toilets
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Charing Cross
  • Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.

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