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

The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London is to train which takes 46 min and costs £18 - £27.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stansted Airport and arriving at London Liverpool Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

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

The distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London is 37 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £18 - £27.

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

The train from Stansted Airport to London Liverpool Street takes 46 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London is to train which takes 46 min and costs £18 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 1h 3m.

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

London Stansted Airport (STN) to London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Stansted Airport (STN) to London is 37 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London.

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

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

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

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

London Stansted Airport (STN) to London - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London by train, bus, rideshare, car, taxi, or shuttle

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 Stansted Airport to London Liverpool StreetStansted Express
46 min
£18–27
Drive 37 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London37 mi
56 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Whitechapel Station / Royal London HospitalA9
1h 3m
£10–21
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Stansted-STN to London37 mi
56 min
£40–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London37 mi
56 min
£150–190
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from London Stansted Airport to London Aldgate Leman StreetA9
50 min
£12–16

London Stansted Airport (STN) to London by train

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Distance: 36.6 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

Stansted Express operates a train from Stansted Airport to London Liverpool Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 46 min. Greater Anglia also services this route once daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital hourly. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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