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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | County Gates | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | County Gates | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | County Gates | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | County Gates | No tags | ||||
| Bus | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | County Gates | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:38 PM GMT.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Stansted to Bournemouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 5 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 472, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 472 - R 1 976 | Average duration5h 16m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 315 - R 315 | Average duration2h 50m | 8kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Stansted and Bournemouth?
Stops in Bournemouth
- ABournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
- B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK - C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK
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The drivers, Peter and Mike, received high praise for being outstanding, kind, attentive, caring, and very helpful. Customers also mentioned that the service was pleasant and efficient overall.
National Express Stansted Bournemouth recent customer reviews
Drivers Peter, then Mike were outstanding, kind, attentive, caring and very helpful.
Claire K.
Very pleasant and efficient driver
Sheila S.
Veryv nice thank
Sandra P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Bournemouth by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Bournemouth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to Bournemouth start at R 472. The average price for this route is around R 852. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stansted to Bournemouth?
The average bus journey time from Stansted to Bournemouth is 5h 16m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Bournemouth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Bournemouth?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Bournemouth at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Bournemouth?
A bus trip from Stansted to Bournemouth produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Bournemouth was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 444To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Bournemouth as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 444 to R 1 647 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 444, which is on 2026-01-15.
