How much is the train ticket from Stansted to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to London start from R 104. The average price for this train route is around R 469. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Stansted to London?

The average train journey time from Stansted to London is 41m, covering a distance of 41 km. The quickest train can get you there in 27m and is operated by Greater Anglia .

Which train operators serve the Stansted to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 48 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stansted to London?

The earliest train from Stansted to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:43.

Train Stansted to London from R 92

Next train departures

Next departures from Stansted to London on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	15:45	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	15:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	15:59	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	15:52	Stansted Mountfitchet	50m	16:42	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	16:11	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	16:58	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	16:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	44m	17:01	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to London on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	15:45	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	07:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	08:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:20	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	08:16	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:50	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	08:45	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	09:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to London on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	15:45	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	07:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	08:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:20	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	08:16	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:50	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	08:45	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	09:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to London on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	15:45	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	07:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	08:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:20	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	08:16	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:50	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	08:45	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	09:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to London on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	15:45	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	07:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	08:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:20	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	08:16	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:50	Stansted Mountfitchet	55m	08:45	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	47m	09:04	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to London on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	28m	07:45	Tottenham Hale	CheapestFastest
Train	07:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	07:59	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:52	Stansted Mountfitchet	50m	08:42	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	42m	08:59	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:52	Stansted Mountfitchet	50m	09:42	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to London on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Stansted Mountfitchet	29m	07:45	Tottenham Hale	Cheapest
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	27m	08:44	Tottenham Hale	Fastest
Train	07:16	Stansted Mountfitchet	49m	08:05	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	07:52	Stansted Mountfitchet	56m	08:48	London Liverpool Street	No tags
Train	08:17	Stansted Mountfitchet	48m	09:05	London Liverpool Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:45 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Stansted to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

40mAverage duration

49 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 168 - R 1 045	Average duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 104 - R 1 215	Average duration41m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 82 - R 104	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Stansted and London?

Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport

London

A
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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B
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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C
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Train Companies

Greater Anglia

4/521 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.8

Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Greater Anglia ticket prices on this trip start at R 104

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Stansted to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to London start from R 104. The average price for this train route is around R 469. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stansted to London?
The average train journey time from Stansted to London is 41m, covering a distance of 41 km. The quickest train can get you there in 27m and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Which train operators serve the Stansted to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 48 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stansted to London?
The earliest train from Stansted to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

R 259

25/01

R 259

Today

R 259

27/01

R 259

28/01

R 259

29/01

R 259

30/01

R 259

31/01

R 259

The cheapest trip from Stansted to London was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 259

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stansted to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 259 to R 1 160 for a train ticket from Stansted to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 259, which is on 2026-01-30.