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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow is to bus via Thetford which costs £12 - £21 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Heathrow?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Heathrow station. However, there are services departing from Scotchford Bridge and arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Heathrow?

The distance between Stanstead and Heathrow is 84 miles. The road distance is 84.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £27 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Stanstead to Heathrow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Heathrow bus from?

Stanstead to Heathrow bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Heathrow?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Stanstead to Heathrow bus arrive?

Stanstead to Heathrow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Heathrow is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Stanstead to Heathrow.

Where can I stay near Heathrow?

There are 16402+ hotels available in Heathrow.

Stanstead to Heathrow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stanstead to Heathrow 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 Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
3h 27m
£27–45
Bus via Thetford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thetford to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
6h 2m
£12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 43m
£26–37
Drive 83.8 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Heathrowcar 83.8 mi
1h 55m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scotchford Bridge to Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
4h 7m

Stanstead to Heathrow by bus and train

41Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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