What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £9.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Stansted is 33 miles. The road distance is 24.4 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £13 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted, including transfers.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Stansted is 24 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2284+ hotels available in Stansted.

Waterloo Station to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, line 223 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 London Waterloo East to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
1h 57m
£13–27
Drive 24.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Stanstedcar 24.3 mi
43 min
£6–9
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tonbridgetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
2. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
2h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Stanstedtaxi 24.3 mi
43 min
£100–130

Waterloo Station to Stansted by foot, train, and bus

5Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted.

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Distance: 32.7 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Stansted, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Waterloo East to Borough Green & Wrotham hourly. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 43 min.

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