How far is London from Stansted by coach?

The distance between Stansted and London by coach is approximately 31 miles (50 km).

What is the best way to go from Stansted to London without a car?

You can travel to London from Stansted by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Stansted to London from US$10 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: 1 August at 00:00
Departure city: Stansted
Departure location: London Stansted Airport Coach Station
Arrival time: 1 August at 01:30
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Liverpool Street
Operated by: Flibco
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: 1 August at 00:10
Departure city: Stansted
Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
Arrival time: 1 August at 00:55
Destination city: London
Destination location: London (Tottenham Hale Stn)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 45m
Departure time: 1 August at 00:10
Departure city: Stansted
Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
Arrival time: 1 August at 02:00
Destination city: London
Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m
Departure time: 1 August at 00:30
Departure city: Stansted
Departure location: London Stansted Airport Coach Station
Arrival time: 1 August at 02:00
Destination city: London
Destination location: London Liverpool Street
Operated by: Flibco
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: 1 August at 00:30
Departure city: Stansted
Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
Arrival time: 1 August at 02:20
Destination city: London
Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 50m

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stansted to London

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$11 - US$34	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average priceUS$12 - US$40	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average priceUS$6 - US$8	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Stansted to London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

40mAverage duration

US$6Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Stansted to London: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$16

Average bus trip duration1h 15m

Number of daily buses650

Earliest bus departure00:00

Distance30 miles

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,427 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

National Express receives high praise for its excellent service, with many users highlighting the friendly and helpful staff. Passengers appreciate the comfortable rides and punctuality, although there are occasional delays due to traffic or minor communication issues about stops. Overall, customers express satisfaction with their travel experiences on this reliable service.

National Express Stansted London recent customer reviews

The bus was full up and I couldn't board despite having a ticket for it. I had to wait an hour and a half to get a space on another which was going to a different destination but had to put up with it as it was 05:30 in the morning

Cameron B.

14 July 2024

The service was good actually. I selected indifferent because I was careless and forgot my water bottle in the bus. It is quite important to me because it was a gift… sad! I wonder if there is a way I can get it back

Adebola A.

25 June 2024

Had the early bus to London to myself and driver was friendly and helpful. Bus was comfortable and arrived ahead of schedule. Cheers.

Declan B.

1 December 2023

Flibco

4.5/51,157 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4

Airport Bus Express

4/5104 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi4

According to customer reviews, the bus service is highly recommended for its efficiency, cleanliness, and friendly staff. However, some customers have mentioned a lack of USB ports for charging mobile devices on the bus. Additionally, there were complaints about long wait times and unhelpful staff in certain instances. Overall though, the service has received positive feedback from customers.

Airport Bus Express Stansted London recent customer reviews

Absolutely disgusting today. Aware of rail strikes but common is London. If is no any transportation apart from bus what they were thinking …?! We waited more then an hour for our bus even tho we booked it for 8pm we ended up on the bus around 9:10pm…. Was freezing . Staff weren’t helpful

Andrea P.

27 December 2022

I booked a bus for 8pm and could not get on it due to queue so I waited 2 hours and had to get an £100 Uber

Karen B.

19 August 2022

Would be nice of there were USB ports for charging mobiles in the bus. After a long flight and overall use of the devices on the flight there is not much left for the bus journey.

Ronald T.

17 August 2022

Megabus UK

3.5/54,212 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4212 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at US$19

Megabus Stansted London recent customer reviews

It was nice. I was the once late. The flight was 1h30 late. So I could not take the one I booked for. But the once I took after was good and on time I suppose… Thx

Ruppee B.

1 October 2022

Very satisfying service

Asmae A.

25 June 2022

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Stansted to London Bus

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Travel between Stansted Airport and Central London comfortably and safely with Flibco. Enjoy competitive fares with schedules timed to coincide with flights, ensuring minimal waiting and timely airport arrivals.

Where are the popular stops in Stansted and London?

Stops in Stansted

A - London Stansted Airport

Stops in London

A - London Liverpool Street

B - Finchley Road

C - Aldgate

D - Finchley Road & Frognal

E - Victoria Coach Station

F - Earl's Court

Frequently asked questions on the trip Stansted - London

How far is London from Stansted by coach?
The distance between Stansted and London by coach is approximately 31 miles (50 km).
What is the best way to go from Stansted to London without a car?
You can travel to London from Stansted by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/07

US$23

30/07

US$23

Today

US$23

01/08

US$23

02/08

US$23

03/08

US$20

04/08

US$19

05/08

US$20

The cheapest trip from Stansted to London was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$27 for a bus ticket from Stansted to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-08-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Stansted to London but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Stansted to London, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Stansted to London that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Stansted to London, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Stansted to London

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stansted to London

Bus Stansted to London: Trip Overview

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National Express Stansted London recent customer reviews

Airport Bus Express Stansted London recent customer reviews

Megabus Stansted London recent customer reviews

Stansted to London Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Stansted and London?

Frequently asked questions on the trip Stansted - London

How far is London from Stansted by coach?

What is the best way to go from Stansted to London without a car?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Stansted by bus?

You can also go to London by train

Top travelled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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