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Outbound fromElephant & Castle to Stansted Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 41m to travel from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (50 km). There are normally 65 trains per day travelling from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £26 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:08 | |
| Departure station | Elephant & Castle | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 21m | |
| Distance | 31 miles (50 km) | |
| Frequency | 65 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £26 | |
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Travel from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport by train in 1 hour 21 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport by train is 1 hour 41 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 21 minutes. You'll usually find 65 trains per day travelling the 31 miles (50 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Stansted Airport. Trains on this route are usually operated by either Greater Anglia or Thameslink. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport start from £26.00 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Stansted Airport, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Elephant & Castle to Stansted Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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