The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lincoln for London Stansted Airport on Mon, Mar 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 16 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Mon, Mar 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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 bus and train for Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
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$60 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lincoln to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:11 AM Lincoln | 3h30 | 12:41 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Lincoln | 3h20 | 12:40 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Lincoln | 4h10 | 1:40 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:02 AM Lincoln | 3h22 | 1:24 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lincoln to London Stansted Airport by bus or train
Compare bus and train 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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Why should you book Lincoln to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia or East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia or East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 19:03 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Trains from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lincoln and London Stansted Airport from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- 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 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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