London to Bishop's Stortford train with Abellio Greater Anglia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bishop's Stortford

Showing times and prices for 29 Dec

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

40 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave London for Bishop's Stortford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 45 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.

Abellio Greater Anglia
16:280h45
London
17:13Bishop's Stortford
£251One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
08:100h35
London
08:45Bishop's Stortford
£251One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater Anglia
04:100h40
London
04:50Bishop's Stortford
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Bishop's Stortford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bishop's Stortford 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 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 45 km

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Coach

£23

Average Price

£16

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Cheapest

1h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

39m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 44m

Average total duration

1h 14m

Onboard

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30m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Bishop's Stortford train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Bishop's Stortford trains for tomorrow, Monday 29 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 13:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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greater_anglia04:10 London
0h40
04:50 Bishop's Stortford0 changesdirect
greater_anglia08:10 London
0h35
08:45 Bishop's Stortford0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Bishop's Stortford?

The best time to book your train from London to Bishop's Stortford is 3 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Bishop's Stortford route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Bishop's Stortford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Bishop's Stortford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Bishop's Stortford

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Trains from London to Bishop's Stortford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 35m.

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 £13
Distance
45 km
Average train duration
39m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
35m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:58
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 £13

Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from London to Bishop's Stortford trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between London and Bishop's Stortford from £13. 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
35m
Cheapest Price
£15
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
6 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

Stansted Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£24
Stansted Express frequency
13 a day

FAQs: London to Bishop's Stortford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from London to Bishop's Stortford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully explore Bishop's Stortford, including its historic sites, local shops, and nature trails, a 1 to 2-day visit is typically sufficient.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £23.
Yes, a day trip from London to Bishop's Stortford is feasible. The journey takes 35m, covering 45 km, and there are 7 trains per day.
The cheapest way to get from London to Bishop's Stortford is by coach, costing approximately £13.
The train station in London that goes to Bishop's Stortford is London Liverpool Street (LST), and it arrives at Bishop's Stortford station (BIS).
The train distance from London to Bishop's Stortford is 45 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Bishop's Stortford.
The train journey from London to Bishop's Stortford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the cityscape transitioning to the countryside, featuring fields and small villages.
The train journey from London to Bishop's Stortford covers a distance of 45 km and takes approximately 35m. Trains run 7 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Bishop's Stortford.
The first train from London to Bishop's Stortford leaves at 0:02.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Bishop's Stortford. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express.
The last train from London to Bishop's Stortford departs at 23:58.
Trains from London to Bishop's Stortford run approximately 7 times per day.
To get from London to Bishop's Stortford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Bishop's Stortford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Bishop's Stortford

London
Bishop's Stortford
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Bishop's Stortford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Liverpool Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
  • Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets are located on Platform 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: All toilets are located on platform 2 and open between 06:00 and 23:59
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platform 2
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Tottenham Hale
  • Onward travel information: Transport for London buses operate from outside the station
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Not served by rail replacement transport. Passengers to use Seven Sisters Station as an alternative; LUL Ticket Acceptance may be available.
  • Metro: London UndergroundVictoria Line services
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
  • Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
  • Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)

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