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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airport Bus Station station and arriving at Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN). However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Stansted Airport via King's Cross St. Pancras station and Tottenham Hale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

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

The distance between Luton and London Stansted Airport (STN) is 42 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £22.

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

The bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Station takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 1h 38m.

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

Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

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

Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 38 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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

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Where can I stay near London Stansted Airport (STN)?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) by bus, train, car, taxi, or towncar

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Station777 / ...
1h 35m
£16–22
Drive 37.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN)37.4 mi
58 min
£10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras IntlBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted AirportStansted Express
1h 38m
£25–59
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN)37.4 mi
58 min
£80–100
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Luton to London Stansted Airport37.4 mi
58 min
£55–110

Luton to London Stansted Airport (STN) by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

National Express operates a bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–22 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Luton to Stansted Airport via London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Tottenham Hale station, and Tottenham Hale in around 1h 38m.

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