The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cheltenham for London Stansted Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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 train and coach for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:40 Cheltenham | 5h20 | 12:00 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Cheltenham | 5h30 | 21:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Buses from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 161 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cheltenham to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and London Stansted Airport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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