The cheapest and fastest trains from York to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$199
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to London Stansted Airport will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
It's difficult to get from York to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
Y11815 · Y11693+
C7489808:30AM3h10York station (YRK)11:40AMStansted Airport (SSD)$1301One-way2 transfers
Y11997+
C7489808:27AM3h13York station (YRK)11:40AMStansted Airport (SSD)$1391One-way1 transfer
Y11817+
Y12354+
P4731608:56AM3h24York station (YRK)12:20PMStansted Airport (SSD)$1391One-way2 transfers
C14455+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+
P4683108:18AM3h19York station (YRK)11:37AMStansted Airport (SSD)$2931One-way2 transfers
Y11958+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+
P4681508:04AM3h19York station (YRK)11:23AMStansted Airport (SSD)$2931One-way2 transfers
Y11815 · Y11693+
C7489808:30AM3h10York station (YRK)11:40AMStansted Airport (SSD)$1301One-way2 transfers
Y11997+
C7489808:27AM3h13York station (YRK)11:40AMStansted Airport (SSD)$1391One-way1 transfer
C14455+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+
P4683108:18AM3h19York station (YRK)11:37AMStansted Airport (SSD)$2931One-way2 transfers
Y11958+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+
P4681508:04AM3h19York station (YRK)11:23AMStansted Airport (SSD)$2931One-way2 transfers
Y11817+
Y12354+
P4731608:56AM3h24York station (YRK)12:20PMStansted Airport (SSD)$1391One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$77 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y11958+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ P46815 | 7:04 AM York station (YRK) | 3h19 | 10:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
C14455+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+ P46831 | 7:18 AM York station (YRK) | 3h19 | 10:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
Y11997+ C74898 | 7:27 AM York station (YRK) | 3h13 | 10:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
Y11815 · Y11693+ C74898 | 7:30 AM York station (YRK) | 3h10 | 10:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
Y11817+ Y12354+ P47316 | 7:56 AM York station (YRK) | 3h24 | 11:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets York to London Stansted Airport by train or bus
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from York to London Stansted Airport.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from York to London Stansted Airport
Trains from York to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 19:09 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from York to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between York and London Stansted Airport from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from York to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to London Stansted Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from York to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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