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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to London is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to London is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to London station. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Waterloo Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Stanstead to London?

The distance between Stanstead and London is 65 miles. The road distance is 66.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to London without a car is to line 41 bus and train which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Stanstead to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to London bus from?

Stanstead to London bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Stanstead to London bus arrive?

Stanstead to London bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to London is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Stanstead to London.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 2517+ hotels available in London.

Stanstead to London - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, and line 43 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Stanstead to London by bus, train, 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.

Line 41 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stanway Close to Bus Stationbus 41
2. Take the train from Sudbury (Suffolk) to Marks Teytrain
3. Take the train from Marks Tey to London Liverpool Streettrain
2h 32m
£33–78
Drive 65.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Londoncar 65.8 mi
1h 37m
£17–24
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2h 35m
£23–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 42
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
4h 30m
£18–32

Stanstead to London by bus and train

84Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.1 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Waterloo Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, and Coach Station in around 4h 30m.

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