Stansted Express
About
The Stansted Express is a dedicated rail service that directly links London Liverpool Street to London Stansted Airport, operating under the Greater Anglia brand. Services run every fifteen minutes and complete the 46‑minute journey, with intermediate stops at Tottenham Hale, Bishop’s Stortford, Harlow Town and Stansted Mountfitchet. Although the service does not accept Oyster or contactless payment to or from the airport, these payment methods are valid on the segment between Liverpool Street and Tottenham Hale. Passengers can purchase a range of ticket types – Single, Return, WebDuo for couples and GroupSave for groups – with additional discounts available for advance bookings. The line is a popular choice for travelers heading to the airport, commuters, and leisure visitors, offering a fast, frequent and reliable connection between central London and one of Britain’s busiest airports.
Highlights
- Direct 46‑Minute Journey
- Frequent 15‑Minute Intervals
- Multiple Ticket Options
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- Typical visit: about 30 minutes