The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 10 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for London Stansted Airport on Wed, Jul 22, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
12:07 PM1h16London Paddington (PAD)1:23 PMLondon Stansted Airport$221One-way0 transfers
6:06 AM0h51London Paddington (PAD)6:57 AMLondon Stansted Airport$231One-way0 transfers
6:39 AM1h18London Paddington (PAD)7:57 AMLondon Stansted Airport$231One-way0 transfers
4:39 PM1h21London Paddington (PAD)6:00 PMLondon Stansted Airport$321One-way0 transfers
7:39 AM1h15London Paddington (PAD)8:54 AMLondon Stansted Airport$321One-way0 transfers
6:06 AM0h51London Paddington (PAD)6:57 AMLondon Stansted Airport$231One-way0 transfers
8:09 AM1h14London Paddington (PAD)9:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$391One-way0 transfers
7:09 AM1h14London Paddington (PAD)8:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$381One-way0 transfers
8:39 AM1h15London Paddington (PAD)9:54 AMLondon Stansted Airport$331One-way0 transfers
7:39 AM1h15London Paddington (PAD)8:54 AMLondon Stansted Airport$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.16 (€-0.13). The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 20m 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h51 | 6:57 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:39 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h18 | 7:57 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h14 | 8:23 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:39 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h15 | 8:54 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h14 | 9:23 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:39 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h15 | 9:54 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:37 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h18 | 12:55 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h16 | 1:23 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern, Tube or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern, Tube or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 10:22 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Tube, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreater Anglia, Great Northern, Tube, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and London Stansted Airport from $17 (€14). 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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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