What is the cheapest way to get from Luton to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Stansted is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Luton to Stansted is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Old Marylebone Town Hall, Ebbsfleet International station and Barrack Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Luton to Stansted?

The distance between Luton and Stansted is 64 miles. The road distance is 58.8 miles.

How do I travel from Luton to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Luton to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £55 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Luton to Stansted?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Luton to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Stansted bus from?

Luton to Stansted bus services, operated by Green Line, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Stansted train from?

Luton to Stansted train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Stansted?

The best way to get from Luton to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £55 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 223 bus, which costs and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Luton to Stansted bus arrive?

Luton to Stansted bus services, operated by Green Line, arrive at Baker Street Station.

Where does the Luton to Stansted train arrive?

Luton to Stansted train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Luton to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Stansted is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Luton to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2283+ hotels available in Stansted.

Luton to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 223 bus, and car

How to get fromLuton to Stansted

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Luton to Stansted 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
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London Bridgetrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 4m
£57–74
Drive 58.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Luton to Stanstedcar 58.4 mi
1h 31m
£15–21
Bus, line 223 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Baker Street Stationbus 757
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus 223
4h 5m
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Luton to Gravesendtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
3h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Luton to Stansted.

Launch map view

Distance: 63.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Stansted, England?

You can take a train from Luton to Stansted via London Bridge and Borough Green & Wrotham in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Labour-in-Vain Road via Baker Street Station, Old Marylebone Town Hall, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Ebbsfleet International, Ebbsfleet International station, Garrick Street, and Barrack Row in around 4h 5m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.