What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Stansted is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Stansted is to train and taxi which takes 35 min and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Kings Cross station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from King's Cross St. Pancras station and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Stansted?

The distance between Kings Cross and Stansted is 39 miles. The road distance is 26.3 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Stansted without a car is to train and line 223 bus which takes 2h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Stansted?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Kings Cross to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Stansted train from?

Kings Cross to Stansted train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the Kings Cross to Stansted train arrive?

Kings Cross to Stansted train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Borough Green & Wrotham station.

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Stansted is 26 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Kings Cross to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2311+ hotels available in Stansted.

Kings Cross to Stansted - 5 ways to travel via train, line 223 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kings Cross to Stansted by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 223 bus
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gravesendtrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
2h 8m
Drive 26.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Stanstedcar 26.2 mi
50 min
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 33m
£18–40
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ebbsfleet Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
2. Take the taxi from Ebbsfleet International to Stanstedtaxi
35 min
£33–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kings Cross to Stanstedtaxi 26.2 mi
50 min
£190–240

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Stansted, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrotham hourly. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 46 min.

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