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Stansted Airport to London (STN) — Transport Guide 2026

Stansted is 65 km northeast of central London — the furthest of London's 4 main airports. Stansted Express (£20.70, 47 min to Liverpool St) is the fastest. National Express + Terravision buses (£6-15) are cheapest. Popular Ryanair + easyJet hub.

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Last updated: 2026-07

Cheapest
Terravision bus (£6-12)
Fastest
Stansted Express — 47 min

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Stansted Express to Liverpool Street

train · Best for: Fastest
Cost
£20.70 single / £29 return
Time
47 min
Frequency
Every 15-30 min · 05:00-00:30

National Express to Victoria/Stratford

bus · Best for: Value + luggage
Cost
£10-15
Time
75-90 min
Frequency
Every 30 min

Terravision to Liverpool Street/Victoria

bus · Best for: Cheapest
Cost
£6-12
Time
75-100 min
Frequency
Every 30-60 min

Taxi

taxi · Best for: Groups + luggage
Cost
£110-160
Time
90-120 min
Frequency
On-demand

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Stansted Airport from London (STN)?
Stansted Airport (STN) is 65 km from London (STN) city centre.
What is the cheapest way from STN to London (STN)?
Terravision bus (£6-12)
What is the fastest way from STN to London (STN)?
Stansted Express — 47 min