How to travel from London to Stamford

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Compare train and bus for London to Stamford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Stamford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, while a bus costs an average of €31.

Distance: 80 miles (129 km)

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€31

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1h 45m

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1h 15m

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2h 43m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Stamford is a train with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Stamford:

A train is €0.16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Stamford costing on average €31.

The fastest way to travel from London to Stamford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Stamford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Stamford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Stamford among Omio's users.

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from London to Stamford

How to get from London to Stamford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from London to Stamford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80182+CrossCountryG00979
    3:47 PM1h19
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    5:06 PMStamford station (SMD)
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80182+CrossCountryG00979
    3:47 PM1h19
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    5:06 PMStamford station (SMD)
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80182+CrossCountryG00979
    3:47 PM1h19
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    5:06 PMStamford station (SMD)
    291One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80186+CrossCountryG00986
    6:45 PM1h21
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    8:06 PMStamford station (SMD)
    301One-way
    1 transfer
  • London North Eastern RailwayC02060+CrossCountryG00983
    5:47 PM1h19
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    7:06 PMStamford station (SMD)
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80145+CrossCountryG00980
    4:33 PM1h33
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    6:06 PMStamford station (SMD)
    341One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from London to Stamford

Travel to Stamford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Stamford.

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There are 2 options to travel between London and Stamford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Stamford is a train with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Stamford:

A train is €0.16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Stamford costing on average €31.

The fastest way to travel from London to Stamford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Stamford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 43m.

The distance from London to Stamford is approximately 80 miles (129 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Stamford is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Stamford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Stamford:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Kings Cross (KGX) and arrive in Stamford station (SMD).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Stamford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Stamford by bus.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Grand Central Trains, Great Northern to go to Stamford by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Stamford:
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from London to Stamford often also extend their vacation to go to Peterborough, Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham, Cambridge. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stamford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stamford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending 1 to 2 days in Stamford is typically sufficient to explore its attractions, enjoy local dining, and experience the town's culture.

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