The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Stansted
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Stansted will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Bristol to Stansted you need to make at least one change.
NX040 · NXA812:506h12Bristol, University Queens Road19:02Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£401One-way1 change
NX040 · NXA812:005h35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)17:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£401One-way1 change
NX040 · NXA821:155h30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£401One-way1 change
NX040 · NXA83:455h05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£401One-way1 change
NX040 · NXA86:305h40Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£401One-way1 change
NX200 · NX7285:003h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£641One-way1 change
NX202 · NX72716:304h10Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)20:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£751One-way1 change
NX202 · NX7278:004h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£671One-way1 change
NX202 · NX72710:004h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)14:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£671One-way1 change
NX202 · NX7286:004h35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£711One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 202 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 3:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h05 | 8:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX728 | Delayed 5:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h55 | 9:35 9:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX728 | On time 6:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h35 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 6:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h40 | 12:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX727 | On time 8:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | On time 8:25 Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h15 | 14:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 8:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h40 | 14:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX727 | On time 10:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | On time 10:35 Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h30 | 17:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX727 | On time 11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h55 | 15:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 11:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h35 | 17:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 12:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h35 | 17:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX502 · NXA8 | On time 12:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h32 | 18:02 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 12:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h47 | 18:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | On time 12:50 Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h12 | 19:02 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX727 | On time 14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h40 | 18:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 14:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h44 | 19:59 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | On time 14:20 Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h09 | 20:29 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 14:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h44 | 20:29 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX202 · NX727 | On time 16:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h10 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 16:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h40 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX727 | On time 18:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h40 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 18:00 18:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | On time 19:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 0:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX727 | On time 19:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h00 | 0:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA6 | On time 20:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 2:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX040 · NXA8 | On time 21:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 2:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Stansted
Buses from Bristol to Stansted run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 202 km |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 22 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Stansted with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Stansted 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, 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.
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