Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
7 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 294 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £78.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 2m.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 5h 2m versus 4h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 Exeter Central (EXC) | 7h00 | 16:10 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:40, the last at 08:10. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 3:40 |
Last bus 8:10 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter Central (EXC) 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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