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Southbury to Stansted Airport by train

First train

05:25

Last train

00:14

Departure station

Southbury

Arrival station

Stansted Airport

Journey time

From 44m

Distance

21 miles (34 km)

Frequency

42 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, London Overground, Greater Anglia

Take the train from Southbury to Stansted Airport in 44 minutes

If you want to travel from Southbury to Stansted Airport by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Southbury to Stansted Airport by train to take around 2 hours 4 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 42 trains per day running on this route, which spans 21 miles (34 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Stansted Airport. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia, CrossCountry or London Overground. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Southbury to Stansted Airport are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Southbury to Stansted Airport

Want to know more about your journey from Southbury to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Stansted Airport from Southbury?

To travel to Stansted Airport from Southbury, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 4 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 44 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Southbury to Stansted Airport?

Trains from Southbury to Stansted Airport take an average of 2 hours and 4 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 44 minutes. You'll usually find 42 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Southbury and Stansted Airport by train?

The quickest journey time between Southbury and Stansted Airport by train is 44 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Southbury to Stansted Airport?

No, there are no direct trains running from Southbury to Stansted Airport, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Southbury to Stansted Airport

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southbury to Stansted Airport is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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