The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
4 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Bishop's Stortford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 4 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 4 km
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£19 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford trains for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:47 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h49 | 13:36 Bishop's Stortford | 1 change | |
| Thursday 26 March | |||||
![]() | 05:32 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h31 | 06:03 Bishop's Stortford | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:51 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h04 | 05:55 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:14 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h04 | 06:18 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:19 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h04 | 06:23 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:50 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0h05 | 06:55 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford run on average 50 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 4m.
Distance 4 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Cross Country, Stansted Express, Greater Anglia from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford trainsCross Country, Stansted Express, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bishop's Stortford from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Bishop's Stortford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Bishop's Stortford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
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