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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for Stansted Airport (SSD) on Fri, Jan 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€35 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P46626 | On time 6:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h37 | 7:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P46638 | On time 6:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h39 | 7:57 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Liverpool Street+P46650 | On time 6:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h34 | 8:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, January 16 | |||||
| 5:07 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h35 | 6:42 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 02:40 |
Last train 21:37 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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