Coventry to Stansted bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Stansted

Showing times and prices for 07 Mar

Cheapest price

£34

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 58 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

133 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Coventry to Stansted will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.

Fast coaches

Of the 11 buses that leave Coventry for Stansted every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.

National ExpressNX460 · NXA6
20:106h15
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
02:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX460 · NXA8
13:206h09
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
19:29Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX777
19:003h25
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
22:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX777
10:453h15
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
14:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX777
08:503h00
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
11:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Coventry to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 133 km

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Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£79

Average Price

3h 39m

Average total duration

3h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 26m

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30m

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Live departures

Coventry to Stansted bus times

The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Stansted coaches for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:39
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:15 Coventry
6h15
17:30 Stansted0 changesdirect
national_express13:20 Coventry
6h30
19:50 Stansted0 changesdirect
national_express20:10 Coventry
6h15
02:25 Stansted0 changesdirect
Saturday 7 March
national_expressNX777
On time
01:50 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
2h45
04:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
04:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
2h55
07:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
06:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
2h55
09:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
08:50 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h00
11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
10:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h15
14:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
12:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h15
15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
16:05 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h40
19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
19:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h25
22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Coventry to Stansted

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Buses from Coventry to Stansted run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 3h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
133 km
Average bus duration
3h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Coventry to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Stansted with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£20
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Coventry to Stansted coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Coventry to Stansted can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Coventry to Stansted is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Coventry to Stansted is 3h 15m to travel the 133 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Coventry to Stansted leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Coventry to Stansted leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Coventry to Stansted with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Coventry to Stansted, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Coventry and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Coventry , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop), Leamington Spa, Hamilton Terrace, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) . When arriving in Stansted , you can end your route in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Stansted from Coventry is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Coventry to Stansted is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Coventry to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Coventry to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Coventry to Stansted depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Coventry to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Coventry to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Coventry to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Coventry to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Coventry to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Coventry to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Coventry to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Stansted

Coventry
Stansted
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus StationWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Fairfax Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
  • Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop)
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