How can I travel from London to Stansted without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach Stansted. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Stansted from London by bus?

Traveling from London to Stansted takes about 1h 20m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 39m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 31 miles (50 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from London to Stansted?

London and Stansted are 31 miles (50 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Stansted?

The majority of buses traveling from London to Stansted start their journey at Victoria Coach Station and wind up at London Stansted Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

How much are the bus tickets from London to Stansted?

The bus ticket costs $17 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $12 and $43, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Is it possible to take a day trip from London to Stansted?

Yes, a day trip from London to Stansted is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 1h 18m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Stansted before making your way back to London.

London to Stansted Bus Tickets

TodayMay 10

from $20

TomorrowMay 11

from $20

MonMay 12

from $20

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from $20

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from $20

ThuMay 15

from $20

FriMay 16

from $17

SatMay 17

from $17

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 11 at 12:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: London Liverpool Street
Arrival time: May 11 at 1:19am
Destination city: Stansted
Destination location: London Stansted Airport Coach Station
Operated by: Flibco
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 19m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 11 at 12:40am
Departure city: London
Departure location: London Stratford City Bus Station
Arrival time: May 11 at 1:19am
Destination city: Stansted
Destination location: London Stansted Airport Coach Station
Operated by: Flibco
Vehicle: BusDuration: 39m
Departure time: May 11 at 1:00am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: May 11 at 2:40am
Destination city: Stansted
Destination location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 40m
Departure time: May 11 at 12:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: London Liverpool Street
Arrival time: May 11 at 1:49am
Destination city: Stansted
Destination location: London Stansted Airport Coach Station
Operated by: Flibco
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 19m
Departure time: May 11 at 1:30am
Departure city: London
Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
Arrival time: May 11 at 3:10am
Destination city: Stansted
Destination location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 40m

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Stansted.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $43	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$12 - $40	Average Duration46m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $8	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Stansted

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

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Stansted: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$17

Average bus trip duration1h 20m

Number of daily buses637

Earliest bus departure12:00am

Distance30 miles (47 km)

Latest bus departure11:56pm

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National Express

4/529,174 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers generally appreciate the service, highlighting punctuality, cleanliness, and comfortable seating. Many reviews commend the drivers for being helpful and polite. However, a few users mentioned issues such as non-functional USB chargers or occasional delays due to traffic or other circumstances. Overall, travelers seem satisfied with their experiences.

National Express London Stansted recent customer reviews

It was too hot, the coach as well hot, and only after tallying to the driver the AC was turned on.

Luiz Gustavo D.

September 9, 2024

it was really quick and comfortable. The driver was amazing. He drove slowly for the passenger to enjoy certain points of the city.

Elizabeta K.

August 27, 2024

The driver was polite and handled a situation with ticketless customer very well!

Paula V.

June 19, 2024

Flibco

4.5/51,077 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4

Airport Bus Express

4/5104 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi4

Users generally had a positive experience with the bus service, appreciating its smooth and stress-free nature. The staff were noted for being helpful and friendly. However, some users mentioned challenges in finding the bus station and slight delays that made taking an earlier bus beneficial.

Airport Bus Express London Stansted recent customer reviews

My bus was canceled. Was waiting for 40 minutes, and had to take a train instead, almost missed my flight.

Maya P.

November 16, 2023

The bus was totally overbooked, lucky that we got on the bus. People were left behind in tears

Christoffer C.

May 14, 2023

The bus was overbooked, were not able to travel with it, miss the flight, horrible company

Buleca S.

November 5, 2022

Megabus UK

3.5/54,163 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

London to Stansted Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Stansted from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in London and Stansted?

Stops in London

A - London Liverpool Street

B - Finchley Road

C - Finchley Road & Frognal

D - Victoria Coach Station

E - King's Cross

F - Marble Arch

Stops in Stansted

A - London Stansted Airport

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Stansted

How can I travel from London to Stansted without a car?
How long does it take to get to Stansted from London by bus?
What is the travel distance from London to Stansted?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Stansted?
How much are the bus tickets from London to Stansted?
Is it possible to take a day trip from London to Stansted?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/08

$20

05/09

$20

Today

$20

05/11

$20

05/12

$20

05/13

$20

05/14

$20

05/15

$20

The cheapest trip from London to Stansted was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of $20

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 $20 to $46 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 $20 which is on 2025-05-15.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from London to Stansted.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from London to Stansted.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Stansted.

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

Did you know?

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.

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

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Stansted.

Bus London to Stansted: Trip Overview

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London to Stansted Bus

Where are the popular stops in London and Stansted?

Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Stansted

How can I travel from London to Stansted without a car?

How long does it take to get to Stansted from London by bus?

What is the travel distance from London to Stansted?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Stansted?

How much are the bus tickets from London to Stansted?

Is it possible to take a day trip from London to Stansted?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to London by bus?

You can also go to Stansted by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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