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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
48 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for London Stansted Airport on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
03:55PM1h05
London Kings Cross (KGX)05:00PMLondon Stansted Airport
$271One-way
0 transfers
11:25AM1h02
London Kings Cross (KGX)12:27PMLondon Stansted Airport
$291One-way
0 transfers
12:40PM1h04
London Kings Cross (KGX)01:44PMLondon Stansted Airport
$291One-way
0 transfers
04:39PM1h08
London Kings Cross (KGX)05:47PMLondon Stansted Airport
$411One-way
0 transfers
05:35AM1h07
London Kings Cross (KGX)06:42AMLondon Stansted Airport
$411One-way
0 transfers
08:10AM1h01
London Kings Cross (KGX)09:11AMLondon Stansted Airport
$441One-way
0 transfers
11:25AM1h02
London Kings Cross (KGX)12:27PMLondon Stansted Airport
$291One-way
0 transfers
12:40PM1h04
London Kings Cross (KGX)01:44PMLondon Stansted Airport
$291One-way
0 transfers
03:55PM1h05
London Kings Cross (KGX)05:00PMLondon Stansted Airport
$271One-way
0 transfers
01:25PM1h06
London Kings Cross (KGX)02:31PMLondon Stansted Airport
$431One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€33 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:56 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h07 | 6:42 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h01 | 9:11 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:25 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h02 | 12:27 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h04 | 1:44 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h06 | 2:31 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $18 (€14)
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 04:02 |
Last train 21:05 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $18 (€14)
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and London Stansted Airport from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€31)
Great Northern frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Kings Cross to London Stansted Airport. The journey takes 55m and covers 29 miles (48 km). There are 8 trips per day for trains, making it feasible for a day trip.
Train ticket prices from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $27 (€22), while the average price is around $41 (€33).
There is no high speed train available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $18 (€14).
The train journey from London Kings Cross to London Stansted Airport is primarily a functional route rather than a scenic one, as it travels through urban and suburban areas with views of residential neighborhoods and infrastructure rather than natural landscapes.
The train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport takes 55m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport is 29 miles (48 km).
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 4:02 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 9:05 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Kings Cross (KGX) to London Stansted Airport
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Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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