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Stansted Airport to Purfleet by train

First train

15:30

Last train

17:45

Departure station

Stansted Airport

Arrival station

Purfleet

Journey time

From 1h 31m

Distance

28 miles (45 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

c2c, Greater Anglia

Travelling from Stansted Airport to Purfleet by train

Looking to travel from Stansted Airport to Purfleet by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 1 hour 39 minutes to travel from Stansted Airport to Purfleet by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 31 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 28 miles (45 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Purfleet, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia or c2c to get to Purfleet – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Stansted Airport to Purfleet in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Stansted Airport and Purfleet by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stansted Airport to Purfleet is 1 hour and 31 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Purfleet?

No, there are no direct train services from Stansted Airport to Purfleet. Travelling from Stansted Airport to Purfleet by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Stansted Airport to Purfleet leave?

The first train from Stansted Airport to Purfleet leaves at 15:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Stansted Airport to Purfleet leave?

The last train from Stansted Airport to Purfleet leaves at 17:45. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Stansted Airport and Purfleet by train?

Trains travelling from Stansted Airport to Purfleet cover a distance of around 28 miles (45 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Purfleet to Stansted Airport.

Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Purfleet

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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† 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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