Trains from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport
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Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport by train
It takes an average of 2h 14m to travel from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 26 miles (43 km). There are normally 82 trains per day travelling from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from £21.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:33 | |
| Departure station | Stratford (London) | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (43 km) | |
| Frequency | 82 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, c2c, Great Northern, Greater Anglia |
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 2 hours 14 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 82 trains per day running on this route, which spans 26 miles (43 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Stansted Airport. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia, c2c or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport start from £21.90 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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Journey details
How long does the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport take?
The average journey time by train between Stratford (London) and Stansted Airport is 2 hours and 14 minutes, with around 82 trains per day. 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 Stratford (London) and Stansted Airport by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport is 53 minutes.
How much does the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport cost?
Train ticket prices from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport can start from as little as £21.90 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport?
No, there are no direct train services from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport. Travelling from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport leave?
The first train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport leaves at 03:59. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport leave?
The last train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport leaves at 23:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Stratford (London) and Stansted Airport by train?
Trains travelling from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport cover a distance of around 26 miles (43 km) during the journey.
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