What is the cheapest way to get from Paddington to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Stanstead is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paddington to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Stanstead is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Paddington to Stanstead?

The distance between Paddington and Stanstead is 71 miles. The road distance is 67.8 miles.

How do I travel from Paddington to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Paddington to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Paddington to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Paddington to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Stanstead bus from?

Paddington to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Paddington Station.

Where does the Paddington to Stanstead bus arrive?

Paddington to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Stanstead is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Paddington to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 676+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Paddington to Stanstead - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 41 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Paddington to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stanway Closebus 41 / ...
3h 46m
£34–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Coach Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 86 / ...
6h 3m
£15–22
Train, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Cambridge Southtrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the bus from Hospital Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13 / ...
4h 56m
£38–54
Drive 67.4 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Stansteadcar 67.4 mi
1h 42m
£17–24

Paddington to Stanstead by train and bus

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3h 46mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Paddington, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a bus from Paddington Station to Stanway Close via Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 3m.

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