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London Waterloo to Stansted Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Stansted? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 112.78, with average prices for this route around QAR 141.72. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
15:43 1h 22m, Changes required London Waterloo	17:05 Stansted Mountfitchet	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
15:52 1h 33m, Direct London Waterloo	17:25 Stansted Airport		Find Tickets
15:58 1h 27m, Changes required London Waterloo	17:25 Stansted Airport	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
16:07 1h 35m, Direct London Waterloo	17:42 Stansted Airport		Find Tickets
16:09 1h 39m, Direct London Waterloo	17:48 Stansted Mountfitchet		Find Tickets
16:11 1h 37m, Changes required London Waterloo	17:48 Paris		Find Tickets

London Waterloo to Stansted Train Route Details

First train

07:00

Last train

23:44

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Stansted

Journey time

1h 22m

Distance

35 km

Price

QAR 112.78*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Stansted

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Stansted, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo to Stansted during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Stansted for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo to Stansted, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Stansted more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Stansted train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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