The average train between Stamford and Essex takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Stamford to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Stamford and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Stamford to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Stamford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Essex station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Stamford to Essex train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Stamford to Essex train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Stamford to Essex train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Stamford and Essex is 116.3 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to White Notley via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 5m.