The cheapest and fastest trains from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bishop's Stortford for London Stansted Airport on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 4 miles (7 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€6 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:03 PM Bishop's Stortford | 0h10 | 7:13 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:36 AM Bishop's Stortford | 0h11 | 5:47 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Bishop's Stortford | 0h09 | 8:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Bishop's Stortford | 0h12 | 11:57 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Bishop's Stortford | 0h12 | 1:57 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport
Distance 4 miles (7 km) |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 22:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport start from as low as $4 (€3) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $7 (€6) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between Bishop's Stortford and London Stansted Airport from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Stansted Express
FAQs: Trains from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bishop's Stortford to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
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