What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to bus which costs £11 - £27 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to Airport Transfer which takes 1h 16m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Coach Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Stansted Airport (STN)?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Stansted Airport via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Stansted Airport (STN) is 58 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 1h 50m.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN).

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 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 Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Stansted Airport (STN). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Q: How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN), including transfers.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted Airporttrain Stansted Express
1h 40m
£36–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
1h 50m
£11–27
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted-STNrideshare 55.6 mi
1h 16m
£35–50
Drive 55.6 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN)car 55.6 mi
1h 16m
£14–20
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Finsbury Park stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airporttrain Stansted Express
1h 59m
£34–102

Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Stansted Airport (STN) by foot and train

525Weekly Services

1h 40mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.3 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and London Stansted Airport (STN), England?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stansted Airport via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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