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Mountfitchet Castle
Open-air Norman village and castle experience with actors, timber buildings and hands-on history. One of the village’s signature visitor attractions.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
4 h 37 m
Buses on 03 Sept
32
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet you need to make at least one change.
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NX035 · NX727Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 195 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Stansted Mountfitchet take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 29m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 4h 29m versus 2h 40m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:55 Bournemouth | 5h25 | 0:20 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX035 · NXA8 | 1:32 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h48 | 7:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 1:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h30 | 7:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX728 | 3:02 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h53 | 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX728 | 3:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h35 | 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 4:22 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h48 | 10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 4:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h30 | 10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX728 | 5:12 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h23 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX728 | 5:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h05 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 7:05 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h20 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 7:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 8:25 Bournemouth, University | 6h20 | 14:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 9:15 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h15 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 9:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h50 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 10:05 Bournemouth, University | 6h25 | 16:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 11:20 Westbourne, Poole Road | 4h50 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 11:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h30 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 12:10 Westbourne, Poole Road | 6h50 | 19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 12:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 6h30 | 19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 13:10 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h55 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 13:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h35 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 14:10 Westbourne, Poole Road | 6h25 | 20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 14:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 6h05 | 20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 15:10 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h30 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 15:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h10 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 16:10 Westbourne, Poole Road | 6h15 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NXA8 | 16:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h55 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 17:10 Westbourne, Poole Road | 5h30 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX727 | 17:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h10 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:32, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 195 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 195 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 27 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 0:32 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Stansted Mountfitchet — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stansted Mountfitchet trip today.
Open-air Norman village and castle experience with actors, timber buildings and hands-on history. One of the village’s signature visitor attractions.
Museum of historic toys, dolls and games with displays that appeal to families and collectors. Combined admission is usually offered with the castle.
Volunteer-run aviation museum near the airport with aircraft, cockpits and local airfield history. A strong choice for aviation enthusiasts.
Large country park nearby with meadows, lakes, woodland trails and broad views. A reliable outdoor option for walking and family visits.
Main village street lined with historic buildings, independent shops and easy access to the station, church and heritage attractions.
Woodland and open grassland reserve with waymarked paths and seasonal wildlife. Popular for peaceful walks close to the village.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding is a classic Sunday meal across Essex and Hertfordshire, prized for roast meat, gravy and crisp batter pudding.
Essex pork sausages are a local pub staple, often served with mash and onion gravy, reflecting the county’s long farming and butchery traditions.
Ploughman’s lunch pairs cheddar, bread, pickles and salad. It is a familiar countryside pub dish in this part of England and suits casual local dining.
Traditional pub in the village centre serving British classics, ales and seasonal dishes in a historic, cosy setting.
Established pub and restaurant offering hearty British fare and drinks in a casual setting convenient for the Stansted area.
Smart, modern restaurant at the airport-focused hotel, known for grills, British mains and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Britain. Dining and coffee are fairly typical for a commuter town, while nearby airport demand can push some hotel and taxi prices higher.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
While there are no direct services connecting Bournemouth to Stansted Airport, a regular indirect service operates almost 24 hours a day, making coach travel a great choice. One change is required at a London destination, either Heathrow or London Victoria. With close to 30 departures per day, travellers are sure to find a coach to suit their needs. With journey times as little as four hours 20 minutes, the 150-mile route can be completed with ease.
All services between Bournemouth and Stansted are offered by National Express. The leading provider of coaches across the nation, National Express offers a high standard of travel, with all coaches equipped with WiFi, comfortable seating and ample luggage storage.
The fastest service connecting Bournemouth to Stansted is the early evening departure, taking just four hours 20 minutes. Journey times may vary, depending on traffic, with the longest taking five hours 40 minutes. Passengers should check wait times at transfer stations, as these vary and may affect journey times.
There are close to 30 indirect departures from coaches heading to Stansted from Bournemouth every day. This is to coincide with the extensive flight schedule offered by the airport. Service regularity continues over the weekend. Departure times are spread from the very early hours of the morning through until late at night, with options for overnight travel: an almost round-the-clock service. Whenever passengers wish to travel, there should be a suitable coach departure.
Departure coach station: Coaches depart from Bournemouth Coach Station. The station is located directly outside the train station on Holdenhurst Road, making it very accessible for passengers. Station facilities include car hire via the train station, waiting rooms, eateries, newsagents and a coffee shop.
Arrival coach station: Passengers will alight just two minutes from the Stansted terminals, where onward travel will await. London Stansted is a busy coach station, serving numerous routes around the country. Facilities at the station include waiting rooms, coffee shops, newsagents, payphones and toilets. Alternatively, passengers can enter the airport and make use of the numerous duty-free options.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Stansted Mountfitchet buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Stansted Mountfitchet bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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