What is the cheapest way to get from York to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from York to Stansted is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from York to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from York to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct train between York and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from York to Stansted. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from York to Stansted?

The distance between York and Stansted is 220 miles. The road distance is 223.9 miles.

How do I travel from York to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from York to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from York to Stansted?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from York to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Stansted train from?

York to Stansted train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from York station.

Where does the York to Stansted train arrive?

York to Stansted train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from York to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Stansted is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from York to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 17007+ hotels available in Stansted.

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There are 3 ways to get from York to Stansted by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 37m
£83–138
Drive 222.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Stanstedcar 222.6 mi
3h 51m
£54–78
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from York to Sheffieldtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
5h 42m
£117–193

York to Stansted by train and bus

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between York, England and Stansted, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from York to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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