Stansted Express train
The London Stansted Express train is a dedicated airport train service running from Stansted Airport to London Liverpool Street Station.
You can find the Stansted Express train station beneath the passenger terminal at Stansted Airport. Once you come out of arrivals, simply descend the escalators and you'll find yourself on the platform.
Stansted Express trains are the fastest way to get into Central London from Stansted Airport - the average journey time is 45 minutes.
On most journeys, the train will make two stops, one at Tottenham Hale. This is an interchange with the London Underground, from which you can easily reach many parts of London, so it's worth checking out.
The Liverpool Street terminus of the Stansted Express is in the business area of London, a fair way from where most leisure travellers will have their London accommodation.
As the Stansted Express train has no traffic to contend with, it's also the most reliable transfer option between the airport and London.
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Stansted Express does more than get you to the airport and back. Stansted Express are one of the primary rail operators in the UK, providing train services from London Liverpool Street, Stratford and Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport.
Stansted Airport
A major hub for local and international flights, Stansted Airport is situated near the Hertfordshire border and north-east of central London. Despite only having one terminal, Stansted Airport serves over 170 destinations worldwide. Travelling on the Stansted Express offers passengers the smoothest passage to get to the airport – avoiding long bus rides, expensive taxi fares and heavy traffic along the way. With two routes to Stansted Airport, Stansted Express gives you more flexibility for catching your flight or connecting to different parts of the capital once you land.
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Stansted Express seating classes
Whether you're travelling for work, leisure or a bit of both, find a seat to match. Stansted Express offers different seating options to suit all budgets.
First Class
Stansted Express offers First Class seating for those wishing to kick back and relax on their way to or from Stansted airport. Enjoy comfy seats, quieter coaches and whizz through with airport security FastTrack.
Business Plus
Fully flexible tickets, unlimited luggage and access to First Class seating areas.
Standard
Benefit from family-sized tables, power sockets and generous luggage allowances, all at an affordable price. Stansted Express makes transfers to and from the airport easy for budgeters and thrill-seekers alike.
Stansted Express Delay Repay
Did you know you can claim Delay Repay if your Stansted Express train was delayed by 15 minutes or more? Check out our dedicated page to Delay Repay for more details.
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Delays, lost property and onboard services
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