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

The cheapest way to get from London to Stanstead is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Stanstead is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between London and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Stanway Close via Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from London to Stanstead?

The distance between London and Stanstead is 73 miles. The road distance is 66.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 3h 7m and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from London to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Stanstead bus from?

London to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the London to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Stanstead is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from London to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 627+ hotels available in Stanstead.

London to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, and line 41 bus

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

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

Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Station44 / ...
3h 7m
£21–49
Drive 65.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Stanstead65.7 mi
1h 35m
£17–24
Train, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Marks Tey
2. Take the train from Marks Tey to Sudbury (Suffolk)
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Close41
3h 14m
£32–50
Bus, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Bus InterchangeUk007
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to West Suffolk Hospital86 / ...
5h 10m
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach StationA8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Bus Station60
5h 30m
£19–32

London to Stanstead by train and bus

74Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.8 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from London Liverpool Street to Scotchford Bridge via Stratford (London), Stratford City Bus Station, Bus Interchange, and West Suffolk Hospital in around 5h 10m.

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