How much is the bus ticket from London to Stansted?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Stansted start from $15. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Stansted?

The average bus travel time from London to Stansted is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 48 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the London to Stansted route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 696 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Flibco .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Stansted?

The earliest bus departs from London to Stansted at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.

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

A bus trip from London to Stansted generates an estimated 1.1861000000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 1396 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.

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.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	4:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	3:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:40am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 50m	4:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	3:30am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	4:55am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 50m	4:50am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	11:55pm	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	2:25am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	12:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	3:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	8:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	2:25am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	12:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	3:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	9:05am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	2:25am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	12:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	3:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h	8:30am	Stansted London Airport (STN)	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	2:25am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	12:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	3:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	9:25pm	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	2:25am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	12:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	3:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for London to Stansted on April 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Redbridge Station	30m	1:25am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 15m	2:25am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	12:30am	London Liverpool Street	1h 25m	1:55am	London Stansted Airport Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 10m	3:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from London to Stansted

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

696bus per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

48 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $65	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $50	Average Duration41m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Stansted?

Stops in London

A
Finchley Road & Frognal
Quick Help Agency Ltd, London NW3, UK
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B
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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C
Bethnal Green
Tote Bookmakers, 445 Bethnal Green Rd, London E2 9QH, UK
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D
London Liverpool Street
155 Bishopsgate, London EC2M, UK
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E
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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F
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4.2/529,883 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its punctuality and cleanliness. Many appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, as well as comfortable seating. However, there were occasional mentions of minor issues such as non-functional USB chargers or delays due to traffic conditions. Overall, travelers expressed satisfaction with their journeys.

National Express London Stansted recent customer reviews

I enjoyed how the gentleman in charge of the bus gave the safety brief and his message by the end of the journey. The best part of the journey ever. Amazing and funny. That’s my first time to experience that with National Express . He’s an absolute joy! 🤩

Christianne M.

November 22, 2025

Too many stops to pick up new passengers when National Express knew the traffic on the way to Stansted was bad. A faster route would have been better with a substitute bus added in.

Antony M.

September 30, 2025

The bus we booked from Victoria Station to Stansted Airport on 7th September 2025 at 12:00 pm never arrived even though we had booked in advance and paid for 2 tickets, and we had to take a taxi at an additional cost to the airport. Your company's service is unreliable and below the minimum standard. This is a big disappointment.

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September 8, 2025

Flibco

4.4/51,400 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Stansted by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from London to Stansted?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Stansted start from $15. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Stansted?
The average bus travel time from London to Stansted is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 48 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 696 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Flibco.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from London to Stansted at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Stansted?
A bus trip from London to Stansted generates an estimated 1.1861000000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 1396 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Stansted?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flibco has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
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

04-15

$31

04-16

$31

Today

$31

04-18

$28

04-19

$28

04-20

$28

04-21

$28

04-22

$24

The cheapest trip from London to Stansted was searched and found on Apr 22, 2026 with a price of $24

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 $24 to $74 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 $24 which is on 2026-04-22.