Travel disruption- Rail strikes and planned traffic works affecting travel to and from London Stansted Airport. Find out more.

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The station is just a two minute walk from the terminal

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Updated 8th August

Strike Action

Industrial action called for 13th, 18th and 20th of August.

Stansted Express is advising people to expect severe disruption as national rail strikes are set to heavily reduce train services. Find out more.

Stansted Express Engineering Works – Severe disruption.

There will be no direct train services Saturday 13th, Sunday 14th, Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st and Monday 29th August. Stansted Express are advising customers to avoid travelling by rail on these dates.

Engineering work is taking place on a section of the railway line between Stansted Airport and London Liverpool Street, and the national rail strike will also impact customers. A very limited bus replacement will operate, with reduced hours of operation.

If you're travelling on any of these dates, please consider other alternative transport options such as coach and taxi. Customers with access to a car, may also wish to consider the many car parking options provided at Stansted Airport.

An alternative train service from Stansted to Cambridge and then Cambridge to London Kings Cross will be provided on the 14th, 21st and 29th August, taking approximately 2 hours.

You can find out more information on the Stansted Express Website.

Regular trains to and from London

Stansted Express

Stansted Express offers the fastest way to travel between London Stansted Airport and London. Trains depart every 30 minutes and take just 50 minutes to and from London Liverpool Street.

If you have an early flight departing at London Stansted Airport, the train services start at 03:40am - from London Liverpool Street to the airport - on Monday, Friday and Saturday mornings.

Direct trains to the airport

Rail services connect London Stansted Airport to all major destinations across the UK. Getting the train to the airport is easy, because The Station is located directly under the airport. With lifts, escalators and ramps to transport your luggage, it takes just two minutes to walk to and from the terminal. You can buy tickets online, or at the ticket machines or rail information desk located at The Station. Save money by pre-booking your train ticket rather than buying on the day of departure.

Rail Season Ticket Car Parking

Stansted Airport offers a car parking season ticket product for rail season ticket holders that is for space within the Short Stay Car Parks. These car parks provide step free access to our Rail Station and are ideally located to interchange between rail and car. The car parking season ticket is available as either a 3, 6 or 12 month option. To apply, please click here and download the application form. Terms and Conditions apply

Accessibility

Those who require accessibility services will be able to find a full range at our train station.

FAQs

Can I take my bike on board?

Most train operators have their own policy on taking bicycles on board.

Stansted Express: Only fully-folded bicycles which have been flat-packed may be taken on board.

Greater Anglia (other services): Bikes can be carried on most trains but there are restrictions on some peak-time services.

CrossCountry Trains: Bikes can be carried only when booked in advance.

You should contact the train operator for more information.

Can I buy a ticket on the day?

Yes. You can buy tickets online, or at the ticket machines or rail information desk located at The Station.

How do I get from the train station to the terminal?

It takes no more than two minutes to walk to and from the terminal, with lifts, escalators and ramps connecting the two. Overhead signs will help guide you through the airport.

What if my plane is delayed and I miss my train?

We advise that you factor in extra time during your journey to allow for delays and other unforeseen circumstances. Some train operators allow you to use an alternative service should you miss your train. However, we advise that you contact the train operator you’re travelling with to check their policy.

I require special assistance. What facilities are there at the train station?

London Stansted Airport rail station is staffed every day except Christmas Day. Induction loops are fitted, and the whole station has step-free access. If you need any information or assistance at The Station, please email assistedtravel@greateranglia.co.uk at least 24 hours before you travel.

How do I get to the London Underground?

Stansted Express services run to London Liverpool Street, Tottenham Hale and Stratford. To get to the London Underground you’ll need to make a change, depending on which line you’ll be travelling on.

London Underground connections:

Victoria Line: Change at Tottenham Hale

Central, Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith and City Line: Change at London Liverpool Street.

For more information – as well as some helpful video guides – visit our Stansted Express Travel Information page.

Oyster Card information

Stansted Airport customers who travel from London Liverpool Street or Stratford should note that their Oyster card is only valid to Tottenham Hale.

Failure to buy a ticket from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport, and return, may result in a Penalty Charge Notice from Greater Anglia.

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