What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Stanstead is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Stanstead is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Stanstead?

The distance between Heathrow and Stanstead is 85 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £27 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Heathrow to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Stanstead bus from?

Heathrow to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Stanstead is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Heathrow to Stanstead bus arrive?

Heathrow to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Stanstead is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Heathrow to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 639+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Heathrow to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to Stanstead by train, bus, car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stratfordtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 12m
£28–44
Drive 83.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heathrow to Stansteadcar 83.6 mi
1h 55m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 42
5h 49m
£22–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stratfordtrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Scotchford Bridgebus
4h 53m
Subway, train, bus
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Holborn stationsubway
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Scotchford Bridgebus
5h 12m

Heathrow to Stanstead by train and bus

41Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanway Close via Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Stanway Close via Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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