What is the cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

The fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 13m and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Heathrow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Heathrow?

No, there is no direct train from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow. However, there are services departing from Stansted Airport and arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

The distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Heathrow is 55 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

How do I travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow without a car?

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs £22 - £35.

How long does it take to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

The bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow bus from?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow train from?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow train services, operated by Stansted Express, depart from Stansted Airport station.

Train or bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow bus arrive?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow train arrive?

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow train services, operated by Stansted Express, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow.

How do I get a train ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

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Where can I stay near Heathrow?

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Can I share a ride from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Heathrow. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow by bus, train, rideshare, car, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
1h 30m
£22–35
Drive 55 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow55 mi
1h 13m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to London Liverpool StreetStansted Express
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Elizabeth
1h 41m
£34–47
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Stansted-STN to London Heathrow-LHR55 mi
1h 13m
£40–50
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Stratford (London)Stansted Airport - Stratford
2. Take the subway from Holborn station to Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 stationPiccadilly
2h 12m
£24–37

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow by bus

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Heathrow.

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Distance: 54.8 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between London Stansted Airport (STN), England and Heathrow, England?

National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stansted Airport to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via London Liverpool Street and Liverpool Street Station in around 1h 41m.

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