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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
50 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
53 m
Trains on 03 Sept
3
Distance
42 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 3 trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
11:520h58Stansted Mountfitchet12:50Stratford£81One-way0 changes- 14:170h50Stansted Mountfitchet15:07Stratford£81One-way0 changes
- 9:170h50Stansted Mountfitchet10:07Stratford£121One-way0 changes
- 9:170h50Stansted Mountfitchet10:07Stratford£121One-way0 changes
- 14:170h50Stansted Mountfitchet15:07Stratford£81One-way0 changes
- 11:520h58Stansted Mountfitchet12:50Stratford£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£12 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford is a coach with an average price of £11.
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford:
A coach is £0.55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford costing on average £12.
The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford is by train with an average journey time of 42m.
Other travel options to Stratford take longer:
Coach takes on average 48m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Stratford including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 5m faster (42m by train vs 47m by car) and roughly £10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £22). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| P76347 · L55774 | On time 15:52 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 0h58 | 16:50 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
| 9:17 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h50 | 10:07 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:52 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h58 | 12:50 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:17 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h50 | 15:07 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford?
The best time to book your train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford.
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Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 58m.
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 £7
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 £7
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Stratford from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Greater Anglia Duration
58m
Cheapest Greater Anglia Price
£12
Greater Anglia frequency
15 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 Stansted Express Duration
50m
Cheapest Stansted Express Price
£33
Stansted Express frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to Stratford
Things to do in Stratford
Discover the best of Stratford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stratford trip today.
- Must visit
Anne Hathaway's Cottage
Museum at Anne Hathaway's family cottage, with Tudor rooms and gardens that illuminate Shakespeare's early world.
- Recommended
Nash's House
Jacobean townhouse museum showing the life of Shakespeare's daughter Judith and 17th-century Stratford interiors.
- Must visit
Bancroft Gardens
Riverside public gardens with flower displays, paths, and open views beside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Must visit
Henley Street
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and several Shakespeare-related sights.
- Recommended
The Recreation Ground
Pleasant riverside walking area linking parks, boat activity, and broad Avon views close to the town centre.
Steak and Kidney Pie
A flaky pastry pie filled with steak and kidney in rich gravy. A longstanding British pub classic often found on menus in Stratford.
Fish and Chips
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas. A staple British takeaway and pub meal widely loved across Stratford.
Bangers and Mash
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. This comforting dish is a traditional favourite in English pubs and homes.
Loxley's Restaurant & Wine Bar
Long-established restaurant and deli known for Italian dishes, coffee and relaxed dining near the town centre.
Lambs Restaurant
Stylish restaurant in a historic building serving modern British dishes and cocktails with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
The Dirty Duck
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a historic timber-framed setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels are often pricier in peak season, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.80
- Day pass
- £2.55
To the city centre
Stratford Station -> Tottenham Court Road, London
- Distance
- 7 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Contactless cards and mobile payments work across TfL services. Touch in and out on rail services; on buses and trams, touch in only.
- Pay as you go is usually the easiest option in London and includes daily capping. Always use the same card or device for all journeys that day.
FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 58m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford is 42 km.
The first train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford departs at 23:29.
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford.
To get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford.
The train station in Stansted Mountfitchet that goes to Stratford is Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST), and it arrives at Stratford (London) (SRA).
The cheapest way to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
For a fulfilling visit to Stratford, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the picturesque River Avon.
Yes, you can take the train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Stratford
Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Maryland. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stansted Mountfitchet
Arrival train stations in Stratford
Which Stansted Mountfitchet station do trains to Stratford leave from?
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford leave from Stansted Mountfitchet. The station is from Stansted Mountfitchet city centre at Stansted Mountfitchet station, Station Road, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, CM24 8BE.
Stansted MountfitchetStansted Mountfitchet station, Station Road, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, CM24 8BE+44 345 600 7245
City-centre transport
Getting to Stansted Mountfitchet from Stansted Mountfitchet city centre
Onward travel informationLocal bus services
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
Stansted Mountfitchet train station facilities and services
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stratford station do trains from Stansted Mountfitchet arrive at?
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stratford most often arrive at Stratford (London). Some services arrive at Maryland, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Stratford arrival station.
Stratford (London)Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
City-centre transport
Getting to Stratford (London) from Stratford city centre
TrainDlr · 2m · £2 · every ~27 min
Bus108 · 6m · £4 · every ~24 min
SubwayJubilee · 3m · £0.90 · every ~63 min
Stratford (London) train station facilities and services
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
MarylandMaryland station, Leytonstone Road, Maryland Point, Greater London, E15 1SA
City-centre transport
Getting to Maryland from Stratford city centre
BusN8 · 6m · £4 · every ~4 min
N8 · 7m · £4 · every ~4 min
69 · 15m · £9 · every ~29 min
Maryland train station facilities and services
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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