Bus from London to Stansted: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Stansted on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlibcoBus
London Liverpool Street
London Stansted Airport Coach StationCheapest
FlibcoBus
London Stratford City Bus Station
London Stansted Airport Coach StationFastest
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach stationNo tags
    FlibcoBus
    		London Liverpool Street
    		London Stansted Airport Coach StationNo tags
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach stationNo tags

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      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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      40mAverage duration
      135 kmDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 173 - R 1 149Average duration1h 20m
      1kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 196 - R 655Average duration41m
      1kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceR 87 - R 107Average duration40m
      6kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Stansted by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Stansted?

        The cheapest bus tickets from London to Stansted start at R 173. The average price for this route is around R 290. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. 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 51 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 40m and is operated by National Express.

      3. Which bus companies service the London to Stansted route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 661 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Flibco.

      4. 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.

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

        A bus trip from London to Stansted produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What 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 1299 reviews.

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

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Flibco has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

      8. 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.

      9. 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
      06/12
      R 373
      07/12
      R 404
      Today
      R 238
      09/12
      R 315
      10/12
      R 309
      11/12
      R 309
      12/12
      R 309
      13/12
      R 309
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Stansted was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 238

      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 R 238 to R 794 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 R 309, which is on 2025-12-10.

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