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It takes an average of 53m to travel from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 26 miles (43 km). There are normally 119 trains per day travelling from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £25 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 07:49 | |
| Departure station | Stratford (London) | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (43 km) | |
| Frequency | 119 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £25 | |
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Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport in 53 minutes
If you want to travel from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport by train to take around 53 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 119 trains per day running on this route, which spans 26 miles (43 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Stansted Airport. You can travel with Greater Anglia trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport start from £25.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Stratford (London) 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 Stratford (London) 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.
Split your tickets
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