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House on the Hill Toy Museum
House museum beside the castle displaying eccentric collections, period rooms and curiosities that make for an unusual visit near Stansted.
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£28
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
4 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
4 h 39 m
Buses on 10 Oct
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Buckingham to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buckingham to Stansted will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
On Sat 10 Oct, we found 1 buses from Buckingham to Stansted, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 39 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.


Take a bus from Buckingham to Stansted and enjoy the approximately 86 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50.
Distance 86 km |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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The table below shows live departures for Buckingham to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:01 Buckingham | 4h39 | 22:40 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
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Moderate for England: airport-area stays and rail fares are pricey, but casual dining and coffee are fairly typical for UK tourist hubs.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise round up or tip 10%. Taxis: round up. Cafes: optional small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buckingham 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.

Most Buckingham to Stansted buses use the Buckingham, High Street to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Buckingham and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Buckingham, High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Buckingham, High Street. ATMs are available at Buckingham, High Street.
Ticket office support is available at Buckingham, High Street.
Available at Buckingham, High Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Buckingham, High Street: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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