Bus from Stansted to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stansted to London on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlibcoBus
London Stansted Airport Coach Station
London Liverpool StreetCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    		London (Tottenham Hale Stn)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      FlibcoBus
      		London Stansted Airport Coach Station
      		London Liverpool StreetNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:21 AM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Stansted to London

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        40mAverage Duration
        31 milesDistance
        2kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$10 - $62Average Duration1h 18m
        1kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$12 - $73Average Duration46m
        1kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$5 - $7Average Duration40m
        2kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stansted to London by bus

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

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to London start from $10. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Stansted to London?

          The average bus trip duration from Stansted to London is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by National Express.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 656 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Flibco.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to London?

          The earliest bus departs from Stansted to London at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

          A bus trip from Stansted to London generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Stansted to London?

          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 Stansted to London?

          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 has the most timely service from Stansted to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Stansted to London?

          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
        11/27
        $22
        11/28
        $22
        Today
        $22
        11/30
        $19
        12/01
        $19
        12/02
        $18
        12/03
        $18
        12/04
        $18
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stansted to London was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $18

        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 $18 to $26 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 $18 which is on 2025-12-02.

        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.

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