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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Stansted is to fly and bus which costs £35 - £150 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Stansted is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £140 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Scotland to Stansted?

The distance between Scotland and Stansted is 433 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 5h 35m and costs £140 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Scotland to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Stansted train from?

Scotland to Stansted train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Scotland to Stansted train arrive?

Scotland to Stansted train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston 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 16443+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
5h 35m
£142–288
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
5h 54m
£37–145
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
11h 17m
£78–132
Drive 419.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Stanstedcar 419.7 mi
7h
£104–151
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 20m
Bus, train via Labour-in-Vain Road
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
11h 57m
£60–134
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 37m
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 Victoria to Meophamtrain
5h 52m
£91–338
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, line 223 bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Flagstone Pavingbus
5h 47m
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train, line 223 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridgetrain
3. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Flagstone Pavingbus
6h 4m

Scotland to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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11h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 430.1 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Scotland and Stansted, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £130–220 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.

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