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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£29
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£29
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 h 55 m
Trains on 31 Aug
28
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
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F172557:592h24Reading station (RDG)10:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way1 change- F28677+F172478:292h26Reading station (RDG)10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way1 change
- F28679+F172637:292h26Reading station (RDG)9:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way1 change
- F28680+F172716:592h24Reading station (RDG)9:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way1 change
C48609+F28809+F173074:352h32Reading station (RDG)7:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way2 changes
- G14906+F28787+F1733016:141h53Reading station (RDG)18:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way2 changes
- W34582+F28786+F1732216:441h55Reading station (RDG)18:39Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way2 changes
- F28802+F17251+G148968:421h55Reading station (RDG)10:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way2 changes
- W35141+F28739+F1732616:271h56Reading station (RDG)18:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way2 changes
- F17247+F29185+G150358:581h57Reading station (RDG)10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a coach costs an average of £49.
Distance: 98 km
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2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C37582+P66325 | On time 8:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2h17 | 11:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C37981+P66310+C00669 | On time 8:56 Reading station (RDG) | 1h59 | 10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37996+P66325+C06050 | On time 9:09 Reading station (RDG) | 2h01 | 11:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37620+P66356 | On time 9:24 Reading station (RDG) | 2h13 | 11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C38014+P66340+C00671 | On time 9:26 Reading station (RDG) | 1h57 | 11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37611+P66356+W35373 | 9:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h08 | 11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C36834+P66362+C06051 | On time 9:46 Reading station (RDG) | 2h09 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37678+P66374 | 9:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C38068+P66368+C01231 | On time 10:10 Reading station (RDG) | 2h00 | 12:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37721+P66386 | 10:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 12:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C36844+P66380+W34561 | 10:36 Reading station (RDG) | 2h01 | 12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37721+P66386+W35211 | 10:45 Reading station (RDG) | 2h10 | 12:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37763+P66398 | On time 10:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C38138+P66392+C01232 | On time 11:12 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C38153+P66398+C00677 | On time 11:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h59 | 13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37805+P66410 | 11:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| W34564+C36860+P66404 | On time 11:35 Reading station (RDG) | 2h02 | 13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37805+P66410+C00123 | On time 11:46 Reading station (RDG) | 2h09 | 13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37406+P66422 | 11:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C37835+P66416+C00698 | 12:11 Reading station (RDG) | 1h56 | 14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37850+P66422+C33078 | 12:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h59 | 14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37453+P66434 | On time 12:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C37453+P66434+C50037 | 12:46 Reading station (RDG) | 2h09 | 14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37500+P66446 | On time 12:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 15:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C01233+C37919+P66440 | On time 13:11 Reading station (RDG) | 1h56 | 15:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37935+P66446+W35216 | 13:23 Reading station (RDG) | 2h00 | 15:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| C37546+P66458 | 13:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| Y15268+C37975+P66458 | On time 13:56 Reading station (RDG) | 1h59 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
| F17331+V09865 | On time 3:08 Reading station (RDG) | 2h29 | 5:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| G15458+F17311 | 3:54 Reading station (RDG) | 3h01 | 6:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| C48609+F28809+F17307 | 4:35 Reading station (RDG) | 2h32 | 7:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F29242+F17299+C48611 | 5:10 Reading station (RDG) | 2h31 | 7:41 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F29238+F17295+W34850 | 5:48 Reading station (RDG) | 2h08 | 7:56 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28682+F17287 | 5:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 8:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F29232+F17291+W35090 | 6:00 Reading station (RDG) | 2h07 | 8:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28681+F17279 | 6:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F29220+F17283+W34851 | 6:36 Reading station (RDG) | 2h03 | 8:39 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F29215+F17279+Y15276 | 6:48 Reading station (RDG) | 2h07 | 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28680+F17271 | 6:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 9:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F29214+F17275+G14893 | 7:02 Reading station (RDG) | 2h05 | 9:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F29208+F17271+W35160 | 7:20 Reading station (RDG) | 2h03 | 9:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28679+F17263 | 7:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 9:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F28804+F17267+G14920 | 7:35 Reading station (RDG) | 2h04 | 9:39 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28871+F17263+G15040 | 7:51 Reading station (RDG) | 2h04 | 9:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28678+F17255 | 7:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2h24 | 10:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F28803+F17259+W34552 | 8:10 Reading station (RDG) | 1h57 | 10:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F29191+F17255+W35166 | 8:25 Reading station (RDG) | 1h58 | 10:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| F28677+F17247 | 8:29 Reading station (RDG) | 2h26 | 10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| F28802+F17251+G14896 | 8:42 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 10:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 18:13 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and London Stansted Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) 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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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and London Stansted Airport
Most Reading station (RDG) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Reading to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading station (RDG) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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