The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for London Blackfriars (BFR) on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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 London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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€34 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h30 | 9:00 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Trains from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and London Blackfriars (BFR) from $19 (€15). 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 Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 Blackfriars (BFR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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