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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
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 $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for London Blackfriars (BFR) on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, May 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.
8:11 AM1h30London Stansted Airport9:41 AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)$401One-way0 transfers- 8:30 AM1h30London Stansted Airport10:00 AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)$431One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM1h20London Stansted Airport12:50 PMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)$431One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM1h20London Stansted Airport12:50 PMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)$431One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM1h30London Stansted Airport10:00 AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)$431One-way0 transfers
- 8:11 AM1h30London Stansted Airport9:41 AMLondon Blackfriars (BFR)$401One-way0 transfers
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 $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m 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 Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR):
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) costing on average $41 (€33).
Other travel options to London Blackfriars (BFR) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $58 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€13). The journey takes 1h 11m versus 1h 5m 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 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, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:11 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h30 | 9:41 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h30 | 10:00 AM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 12:50 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:11, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 8:11 AM |
Last train 1:15 PM |
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Train companies: Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and London Blackfriars (BFR) from $13 (€11). 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.
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