The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stratford-upon-Avon for Stansted every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.


Live departures
Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:31 Stratford-upon-Avon | 3h56 | 09:27 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted
Trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 19:15 |
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FAQs: Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford-upon-Avon to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford-upon-Avon and Stansted
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Red Line Taxis (Wheelchair Access) 017889 777365
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the front of the station.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 07:00-18:30 and Sunday 10:00-16:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: north of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In Station Drive
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One waiting shelter on each platform, open 24 hours.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Within station forecourt area, adjacent to station entrance.
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