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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Stansted
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Stansted every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 202 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the train 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 56m. 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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:30 Bristol | 5h30 | 11:00 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Bristol | 5h25 | 23:25 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:30 Bristol | 5h55 | 01:25 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:15 Bristol | 5h40 | 01:55 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Stansted
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Buses from Bristol to Stansted run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. 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 5h 25m.
Distance 202 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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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