How much is the bus ticket from London to Stansted?

The cheapest coach tickets from London to Stansted start from £8. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from London to Stansted?

The average bus journey time from London to Stansted is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the London to Stansted route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 668 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Flibco .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Stansted?

The earliest bus departs from London to Stansted at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:57.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Stansted?

A bus journey from London to Stansted produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from London to Stansted?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Flibco , with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 1337 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Stansted?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flibco has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Stansted?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Flibco , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Stansted?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Flibco , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Previously seen journeys

Next departures from London to Stansted on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	King's Cross	1h 40m	01:35	Stansted Airport	No tags
Bus	23:55	Finchley Road & Frognal	4h 35m	04:30	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	23:55	London Liverpool Street	1h 10m	01:05	Stansted Airport	No tags
Bus	23:57	St John's Wood	3h 13m	03:10	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	23:58	Shoreditch High Street	1h 7m	01:05	Stansted Airport	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1hAverage duration

31 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £52	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £30	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £5	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Stansted?

Stops in London

A
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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B
Finchley Road & Frognal
Quick Help Agency Ltd, London NW3, UK
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C
Bethnal Green
Tote Bookmakers, 445 Bethnal Green Rd, London E2 9QH, UK
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D
London Liverpool Street
155 Bishopsgate, London EC2M, UK
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E
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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F
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,865 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its punctuality and cleanliness. Many appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, as well as comfortable seating. However, there were occasional mentions of minor issues such as non-functional USB chargers or delays due to traffic conditions. Overall, travelers expressed satisfaction with their journeys.

National Express London Stansted recent customer reviews

I enjoyed how the gentleman in charge of the bus gave the safety brief and his message by the end of the journey. The best part of the journey ever. Amazing and funny. That’s my first time to experience that with National Express . He’s an absolute joy! 🤩

Christianne M.

22 November 2025

Too many stops to pick up new passengers when National Express knew the traffic on the way to Stansted was bad. A faster route would have been better with a substitute bus added in.

Antony M.

30 September 2025

The bus we booked from Victoria Station to Stansted Airport on 7th September 2025 at 12:00 pm never arrived even though we had booked in advance and paid for 2 tickets, and we had to take a taxi at an additional cost to the airport. Your company's service is unreliable and below the minimum standard. This is a big disappointment.

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8 September 2025

Flibco

4.5/51,350 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Stansted

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from London to Stansted?
The cheapest coach tickets from London to Stansted start from £8. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Stansted?
The average bus journey time from London to Stansted is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 668 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Flibco.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from London to Stansted at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:57.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Stansted?
A bus journey from London to Stansted produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from London to Stansted?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Flibco, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 1337 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Stansted?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flibco has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Stansted?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Flibco, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Stansted?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Flibco, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

19/01

£17

20/01

£17

Today

£17

22/01

£14

23/01

£14

24/01

£14

25/01

£14

26/01

£11

The cheapest trip from London to Stansted was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £38 for a bus ticket from London to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-26.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.