We aim to make your journey with us as simple as possible and with that in mind, we have several resources that should help you plan your journey to and from London Stansted Airport. Whether you want to get a copy of our train timetable on the day you travel with us, need help navigating London’s underground rail network, or simply want to understand the differences between - you’ll find all the tools you need right here.
Stansted Express trains are the fastest and most direct way to travel between London Stansted Airport and London.
Services run every 30 minutes during the day, and every 15 minutes in the early morning and evening. Tickets can be booked for as little as £9.90 one-way when bought in advance.
Getting to and from Stansted Airport couldn’t be simpler, with our services running at regular intervals, 7 days a week. We have services running from London Liverpool Street, Stratford and Tottenham Hale, so whether you’re staying in the centre of London, or just outside the city, we have you covered.
Looking to avoid the busiest trains on your trip to or from Stansted Airport? To help you plan your journey and to avoid the busiest trains and stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic,
we’ve introduced measures to count the number of people boarding our morning and evening train services across our network.
We have found that in the current situation, our busiest times are morning and evening peak services. If you want to find out more about which services are busy and those that are quiet,
please head over to our less busy trains page, where you will find a comprehensive look at our
services.
We ask that our passengers do what they can to book onto quieter services to avoid overcrowding, especially during busy times.
Why haven’t I received my e-ticket?
It should arrive in your inbox within 10 minutes. Check your junk or spam folder if you can’t see it. You may have used a different email address for your quick pay option (e.g. PayPal, Apple or Google Pay), so make sure to check your alternative email address too.
If you’re still unable to find it, email us at [email protected].
How long should I allow for check-in before my flight is due to depart?
Check-in times can vary depending on your type of flight, so we recommend you arrive with a sufficient amount of spare time to pass through check-in and security. Check-in times are usually confirmed on your ticket or itinerary, or alternatively by contacting your airline directly.
Does London Stansted have a train station?
Stansted Airport has a train station, making the train the most convenient way of getting to and from the airport as the station is only 2 minutes walk from the main terminal.
Can you get to Stansted Airport by tube?
There is no direct Tube service between Stansted Airport and London, and the journey takes around 90 minutes - almost double the time it takes on the Stansted Express. Stansted Airport is outside of the TFL Zones, and is therefore not in any zone.
How long does it take to get to Stansted Airport by train?
London Stansted Airport is just under 40 miles from London, the Stansted Express train journey takes just 50 minutes, but can take as much as an hour in the car (assuming good road conditions). Taking the train is the most convenient method of transport to get to London Stansted from London, and with the rail station just 2 minutes walk from the terminal you don’t have any of the inconveniences of airport parking or getting a shuttle bus to/from the terminal.
How do I get from Stansted Airport to London? / How do I get from London to Stansted Airport?
The Stansted Express service connects London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport and is the fastest and most convenient method of transport to and from Stansted Airport via Central London. The journey takes just 50 minutes, and the train station at Stansted Airport is just 2 minutes walk away from the main terminal.
Which London station goes to Stansted Airport?
The Stansted Express train service departs from London Liverpool Street Station, stopping once at Tottenham Hale Station before taking you directly to Stansted Airport. Trains run every 30 minutes during the day, and every 15 minutes during the early morning and evening. The airport train station is just 2 minutes walk away from the main terminal, making the train the most convenient way of getting to and from Stansted Airport.
What time does Stansted Express start?
The first Stansted Express train departs Liverpool Street at 03:40am Monday to Saturday and 04:10am on Sunday. From Stansted Airport, Stansted Express trains start at 05:30am.
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