Stansted to London Trains From £12.60*

Reach London from Stansted Airport in less than an hour with Greater Anglia’s Stansted Express, completing the line in as little as 48 minutes. 

What are the main stops on Stansted to London?

The route is very simple and convenient. The Stansted Express departs from Stansted Airport, stops once at Tottenham Hale, then runs directly to London Liverpool Street. Some trains also stop in Bishops Stortford and Harlow Town.

How often does the Stansted to London train run?

It runs every 15 minutes, up to 4 times per hour. First departure is at 04:40, and the last is at 23:21. Be aware that during weekends this may differ and it’s always better to double-check when booking your ticket. The total journey takes 48 minutes, and the airport train station is just a 2-minute walk from the main terminal.

What is the luggage allowance?

This is a short, straightforward route through Essex and into East London. Not the most dramatic scenery, but with plenty of room onboard, you can stretch your legs and relax.

Stansted Airport: Getting to the Platform

Onboard the Stansted Express

While not being one of the most scenic train rides in the UK (mostly going through urban areas), when travelling towards London, you can see the suburbs of the Essex gradually transition into the City's modern glass towers, with views of London's iconic skyline.  

Arriving at London Liverpool Street

London Liverpool Street is Britain's busiest railway station. It’s in the north-eastern corner of the City of London, in Bishopsgate. 

The correct exit

• Liverpool Street Exit (Main / West): The primary exit leads onto Liverpool Street itself, at the western side of the station. Best to reach Bishopsgate and the nearest bus stops

• Bishopsgate Exit (East): Located on the eastern side of the concourse, this exit is the more convenient route for Spitalfields, Shoreditch, and the northern part of the City. The Elizabeth line entrance at Broadgate is also accessible from this side.

• Old Broad Street Exit: A quieter exit on the south side of the station, useful if heading towards the Bank of England, the Gherkin or Cannon Street. This exit is step-free at street level.

Onward Travel

• London Underground: Liverpool Street is served by the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines within the station. The Central line platforms are deep underground, accessible by escalator and lift. These lines connect Liverpool Street to the West End, King's Cross, Paddington, Victoria and beyond.

• Elizabeth Line: The Elizabeth line stop is at Broadgate, accessible via the eastern side of the station. It connects Liverpool Street westwards to Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Paddington and Heathrow.  

• Buses: Numerous TfL bus routes stop on Liverpool Street, Bishopsgate and Old Broad Street outside the various exits, serving routes across central and east London.

• Taxis: Black taxi ranks are located outside the Liverpool Street exit and the Bishopsgate exit. Alternatively, several rideshare pick-up points are designated nearby.

Walkability

Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane are 5–10 minutes on foot heading east. The Sky Garden and the Gherkin are around 10 minutes to the south. The Museum of London Docklands (at West India Quay) is a short Elizabeth line ride away, and Shoreditch and the restaurants and bars of the Northern Quarter are within a 15-minute walk heading northeast.