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Compare bus and train for London to Elsenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Elsenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$22 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Elsenham:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Elsenham costing on average $27 (€23).
Other travel options to Elsenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (53m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book London to Elsenham trains with Omio?
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 Stansted Express to find the best option for your trip from London to Elsenham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Elsenham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Elsenham
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Trains from London to Elsenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Stansted Express from London to Elsenham trainsGreater Anglia, Stansted Express trains will get you between London and Elsenham from $22 (€18). 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 to Elsenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Elsenham 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 Elsenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Elsenham
Most London to Elsenham trains use the London Liverpool Street to Elsenham station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Elsenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Elsenham leave from?
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Tottenham Hale from London city centre
Tottenham Hale is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Tottenham Hale train station facilities and services
Tottenham Hale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tottenham Hale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tottenham Hale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tottenham Hale. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tottenham Hale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tottenham Hale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tottenham Hale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Which Elsenham station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Elsenham from Elsenham city centre
Elsenham train station facilities and services
Elsenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Elsenham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Elsenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elsenham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Elsenham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Elsenham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elsenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Located on Station Road outside the station entrance, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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