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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to bus which costs £10 - £25 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 12m and costs £30 - £40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at Coach Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Stansted Airport via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

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

The distance between Heathrow and London Stansted Airport (STN) is 54 miles. The road distance is 54.4 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The best way to get from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 1h 39m.

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

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

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

Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

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

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

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

Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) by bus, train, rideshare, car, or subway

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
1h 25m
£10–25
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airporttrain Stansted Express
1h 39m
£35–50
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Heathrow-LHR to London Stansted-STNrideshare 54.1 mi
1h 12m
£30–40
Drive 54.1 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN)car 54.1 mi
1h 12m
£13–19
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Finsbury Park stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airporttrain Stansted Express
1h 56m
£33–97

Heathrow to London Stansted Airport (STN) by bus

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Distance: 54 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and London Stansted Airport (STN), England?

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £10–25 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stansted Airport via Liverpool Street Station and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 39m.

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