What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to bus which costs £7 - £18 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to Airport Transfer which takes 53 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Eye and arriving at Coach Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and London Stansted Airport (STN)?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to London Stansted Airport (STN). However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Stansted Airport via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The distance between Charing Cross and London Stansted Airport (STN) is 39 miles. The road distance is 36.2 miles.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus from?

Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Eye station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) train from?

Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Embankment station.

Where does the Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus arrive?

Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) train arrive?

Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 36 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN).

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

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Where can I stay near London Stansted Airport (STN)?

There are 424+ hotels available in London Stansted Airport (STN).

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross and London Stansted Airport (STN). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Q: How do I travel from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 12m and costs £23 - £35.

Q: How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN), including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) by subway, train, bus, rideshare, car, taxi, or shuttle

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airporttrain Stansted Express
1h 12m
£23–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
1h 39m
£7–18
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Charing Cross to London Stansted-STNrideshare 36 mi
53 min
£35–50
Drive 36 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)car 36 mi
53 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN)taxi 36 mi
53 min
£260–320
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Waterloo to London Stansted Airportshuttle A8
1h 31m
£18–28

Charing Cross to London Stansted Airport (STN) by subway and train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and London Stansted Airport (STN), England?

National Express operates a bus from London Eye to Coach Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £7–18 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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