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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | University of Southampton | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | Cheapest | |||||
| University of Southampton | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Fastest | |||||
| University of Southampton | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | No tags | |||||
| University of Southampton | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | |||||
| University of Southampton | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags |
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We recommend taking the busAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceUS$27 - US$82 | Average duration5h | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceUS$16 - US$16 | Average duration1h 50m | 7kg CO₂e |
Bus Southampton to Stansted: Trip Overview
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According to 16 reviews, National Express received a 3.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the value for money. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at US$27
National Express Southampton Stansted recent customer reviews
My Uber driver didn't show up after 3 requests so I missed the bus and since I couldn't meet it anywhere else I don't have an opinion
Christine F.
The driver’s at Victoria we’re off hand and it was stressful getting from a late bus to Victoria-which had a very pleasant driver - to get on the bus to be growled at by the driver of the previous bus which was still in the bay. How did we know my bus was going to be just a few minutes later . Victoria was so crowded couldn’t get to loo and the loo on the bus stunk!
Cheryl B.
My coach arrived at stansted 2 and a half hours late, due to this I missed my flight. The coach was meant to get in at 5:30pm and it got here at 8pm. I have complained at the airport to the national express staff and they said to write a complaint online. I am very unimpressed and now have to wait on my own till 6am as a young teenage girl and pay an extra £200 for the next flight.
Anna O.
Southampton to Stansted Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Southampton - Stansted
How much does a bus ticket from Southampton to Stansted cost?
The bus ticket price from Southampton to Stansted starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Southampton to Stansted is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Southampton to Stansted?
The average travel time between Southampton and Stansted is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Southampton and Stansted?
The number of buses from Southampton to Stansted can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Southampton to Stansted by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Southampton to Stansted?
When taking the bus from Southampton to Stansted, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Stansted?
Buses travelling between Southampton and Stansted leave from Southampton Coach Station or Southampton Bus Stop and arrive at London Stansted Airport.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Stansted was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Southampton to Stansted as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$85 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43, which is on 2025-10-31.
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Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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Popular Buses Connecting Southampton
Buses Leaving from Southampton
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Buses Going to Southampton
- Bus from Brighton to Southampton
- Coach Leicester - Southampton
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- Coach Heathrow - Southampton
- Bus Northampton - Southampton
- Bus from Liskeard to Southampton
- Coach Portsmouth - Southampton
- Bus Stansted - Southampton
- Bus from Coventry to Southampton
- Coach Shoreham-by-Sea - Southampton
- Bus Silverstone - Southampton
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- Coach Branksome - Southampton
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Popular Buses Connecting Stansted
Buses Leaving from Stansted
- Bus from Stansted to London
- Coach Stansted - Edinburgh
- Bus Stansted - Gatwick
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- Coach Stansted - Glasgow
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- Bus from Stansted to Cheltenham
- Coach Stansted - Thetford
- Bus Stansted - Hertford
- Bus from Stansted to Leeds
- Coach Stansted - Northampton
- Bus Stansted - Birmingham
- Bus from Stansted to Manchester
- Coach Stansted - Wembley
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Buses Going to Stansted
- Bus from London to Stansted
- Coach Oxford - Stansted
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- Bus from Norwich to Stansted
- Coach Heathrow - Stansted
- Bus Manchester - Stansted
- Bus from Newmarket to Stansted
- Coach Gatwick - Stansted
- Bus Wembley - Stansted
- Bus from Nottingham to Stansted
- Coach Glasgow - Stansted
- Bus Acle - Stansted
- Bus from Portsmouth to Stansted
- Coach Cambridge - Stansted
- Bus Leicester - Stansted