What is the cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5?

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5?

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Heathrow Terminal 5?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Heathrow Terminal 5 via Bus Station, Bus Interchange and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5?

The distance between Stanstead and Heathrow Terminal 5 is 86 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 without a car?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 bus from?

Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 bus arrive?

Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 bus services, operated by Hedingham & Chambers, arrive at Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5.

Where can I stay near Heathrow Terminal 5?

There are 3052+ hotels available in Heathrow Terminal 5.

Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 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)Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Heathrow Terminal 5Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
3h 30m
£41–104
Drive 88.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 588.1 mi
1h 49m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchange42
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5727 / ...
5h 9m
£25–43

Stanstead to Heathrow Terminal 5 by bus, train, and foot

71Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.4 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Stanstead, Suffolk, England and Heathrow Terminal 5, England?

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Heathrow Terminal 5 via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Heathrow Terminal 5 via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, and Coach Station in around 5h 9m.

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