What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Scotchford Bridge via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead?

The distance between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and Stanstead is 84 miles. The road distance is 84.4 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead bus from?

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead train arrive?

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead.

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Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead by train, bus, car, or subway

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best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stratford (London)train Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 15m
£43–86
Drive 83.9 mi
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1. Drive from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stansteadcar 83.9 mi
1h 55m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 15m
£26–57
Subway, train, line 44 bus
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Holborn stationsubway
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
4h 30m
£47–125

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanstead by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 84 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stanway Close via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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