How to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York

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Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, while a train costs an average of $92.

Distance: 151 miles (244 km)

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Driving

$92

Average price

$57

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Cheapest

$64

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3h 14m

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Fastest

2h 44m

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7h 50m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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3h 5m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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National Express

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Compare ways to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York

Compare the available ways to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to York, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is a bus with an average price of $57.

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to York:

A bus is $35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to York costing on average $92.

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and York including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to York among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 21m sooner (2h 44m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $92 compared to roughly $64 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.

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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from Stansted Mountfitchet to York

How to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to York by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    10:10 AM9h32
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    7:42 PMYork
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    10:10 AM9h32
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    7:42 PMYork
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    11:10 AM9h00
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    8:10 PMYork
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    10:50 PM13h05
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    11:55 AMYork
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York

Travel to York 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to York.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and York including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is a bus with an average price of $57.

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to York:

A bus is $35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to York costing on average $92.

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 50m.

The distance from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is approximately 151 miles (244 km).
The average frequency per day from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stansted Mountfitchet and York 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to York:
  • Buses mostly depart from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station and arrive in York, Station Rd.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) and arrive in York station (YRK).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains to go to York by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to York by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
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