What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo East and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Stansted is 32 miles. The road distance is 24.4 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £26 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Stansted train from?

Waterloo Station to Stansted train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Waterloo East station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Stansted is 24 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2290+ hotels available in Stansted.

Waterloo Station to Stansted - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Stansted by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Ashford International / ...
54 min
£27–44
Drive 24.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Stanstedcar 24.3 mi
43 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Stanstedtaxi 24.3 mi
43 min
£230–280

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Distance: 32 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Stansted, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Waterloo East to Borough Green & Wrotham hourly. Tickets cost £14–29 and the journey takes 43 min.

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