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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for London Stansted Airport on Mon, May 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
8:36 AM1h47London Heathrow Airport10:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$791One-way0 transfers
- 8:36 AM1h47London Heathrow Airport10:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport costing on average $79 (€64).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€64) compared to roughly $38 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-41.40 (€-33.50). The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:36 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h47 | 10:23 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:06, the last at 09:39. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 8:06 AM |
Last train 9:39 AM |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and London Stansted Airport from $26 (€21). 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 London Heathrow Airport to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.
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