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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 20 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 116 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
18:354h20Basingstoke22:55London Stansted Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 18:354h20Basingstoke22:55London Stansted Airport£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 116 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport costing on average £42.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.77. The journey takes 3h 39m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:05 Basingstoke | 4h40 | 14:45 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:55 Basingstoke | 4h50 | 18:45 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:50 Basingstoke | 4h35 | 21:25 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:50 Basingstoke | 4h35 | 22:25 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:50, the last at 16:50. The fastest coach covers the 116 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 116 km |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 4:50 |
Last bus 16:50 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Basingstoke to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and London Stansted Airport
Most Basingstoke to London Stansted Airport buses use the Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) to London, York Road (London Eye) station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) bus station facilities and services
Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court available in the shopping centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z). ATMs are aTMs available in the shopping centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z): Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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