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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £23 - £110 and takes 11h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Stansted is to fly and train which takes 5h 39m and costs £50 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via London Victoria, Bus Station and Barrack Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from Scotland to Stansted?

The distance between Scotland and Stansted is 441 miles. The road distance is 422.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs £50 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Scotland to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Stansted bus from?

Scotland to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Stansted?

The best way to get from Scotland to Stansted is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs £50 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £130 and takes 13h 54m.

Where does the Scotland to Stansted bus arrive?

Scotland to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Stansted is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Scotland to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2236+ hotels available in Stansted.

Scotland to Stansted - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Stansted by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
7h 13m
£53–245
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 595 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
11h 23m
£24–102
Drive 419.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Stanstedcar 419.7 mi
7h
£103–148
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, line 223 bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus
5h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn31 / ...
13h 54m
£28–127
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, line 223 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Labour-in-Vain Roadbus
5h 36m
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 53m
£86–280
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
6h 14m
£90–274
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 39m
£51–165
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
5h 59m
£56–170

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY) flights

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1h 42mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Stansted.

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Distance: 438.1 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Scotland and Stansted, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £45–140 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £20–75 and the journey takes 9h 30m.

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