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Trains from South Greenford to Stansted Airport

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Trains to Stansted Airport from South Greenford

First train

05:14

Last train

21:07

Departure stationSouth Greenford
Arrival stationStansted Airport
Journey time

From 1h 38m

Distance

35 miles (57 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

What are the train times from South Greenford to Stansted Airport?

Check out the next trains departing from South Greenford to Stansted Airport for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:5913:551h 56m, 2 changes
12:3414:231h 49m, 2 changes
13:0414:551h 51m, 2 changes
13:3415:231h 49m, 2 changes
14:0415:551h 51m, 2 changes
14:3416:231h 49m, 2 changes
15:0416:551h 51m, 2 changes
15:3417:281h 54m, 2 changes
16:0418:001h 56m, 2 changes
16:3418:271h 53m, 2 changes

Trains to Stansted Airport from South Greenford

Want to travel from South Greenford to Stansted Airport by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 2 hours 23 minutes to travel from South Greenford to Stansted Airport by train. You'll find on average 15 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Stansted Airport by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia and Thameslink trains run on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from South Greenford to Stansted Airport?

Want to know more about your journey from South Greenford to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from South Greenford to Stansted Airport?

You can get from South Greenford to Stansted Airport by train in 2 hours and 23 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 38 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from South Greenford to Stansted Airport take?

The average journey time by train between South Greenford and Stansted Airport is 2 hours and 23 minutes, with around 15 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between South Greenford and Stansted Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from South Greenford to Stansted Airport is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from South Greenford to Stansted Airport?

No, there are no direct train services from South Greenford to Stansted Airport. Travelling from South Greenford to Stansted Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from South Greenford to Stansted Airport?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for South Greenford to Stansted Airport is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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