The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Luton Airport for London Stansted Airport on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 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.








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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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€73 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:21 AM London Luton Airport | 2h06 | 10:27 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:48 PM London Luton Airport | 1h56 | 2:44 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:21 PM London Luton Airport | 2h09 | 5:30 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
Abellio Greater Anglia as well as Thameslink offer trains services from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio vs Abellio Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Abellio Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Abellio Greater Anglia with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Abellio Greater Anglia tickets can be bought on Abellio Greater Anglia's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink to help you choose the right option for your journey from London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport
Trains from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€73) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€73) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 07:21 |
Last train 19:17 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink trains will get you between London Luton 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 Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton 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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