Stansted Airport

Getting from Stansted Airport to London

One of Stansted’s advantages compared to Luton, is that it has a train station in the terminal, which makes getting to London easier.

Here are the several options for getting from Stanstead to London:

Airport transfer service

If you're looking for a hassle-free journey to the city centre and back to Stansted Airport, you can book a private shuttle that will take you from the airport to your hotel. The driver will be waiting for you in the airport terminal with a sign with your name on it and will take you to the hotel in the least possible time.

The price for this service is a minimum of £ 100 (US$ 126.89) and is not only more comfortable but cheaper than getting a black cab. You can book a private shuttle service from Stansted to London here.

Terravision Bus

Terravision buses connect Stansted to Victoria in 75 minutes and to Liverpool Street in 50 minutes. Buses run every 30 minutes and are located at the airport bus station in bays 13 and 14.

The price of a single ticket ranges from £ 12 (US$ 15.22) to £ 18.50 (US$ 23.47). Buying a return will save you about £ 10 (US$ 12.68) to £ 12 (US$ 15.22)-

Buying the tickets on their website usually has discounts:

• Discounted ticket from Stansted to London

Stansted Express

The Stansted Express connects Stansted Airport and Liverpool Street Station in 45 minutes, making a stop at Tottenham Hale.

A single journey is £ 23 (US$ 29.18) and a return journey is £ 36.30 (US$ 46.06). Although it's quite pricey, it is the easiest way to get to the city centre. 

The trains run every 15 minutes from 5:30 am to 12:35 am. At night, when there are no trains, there are buses.

National Express

The National Express coaches connect Stansted with Victoria Station and with Liverpool Street. There are many schedules and lots of stops, which is very useful to get to all different parts of London. You’ll find them in the airport’s bus station.

Taxi

If you choose to get a cab to the centre of London, it will cost you approximately £ 130 (US$ 164.96), an option that is off-limits for tourists travelling on a budget.