Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
Cheapest price on 03 Nov
£55
Average ticket price on 03 Nov
£55
Fastest journey on 03 Nov
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 03 Nov
6 h 20 m
Buses on 03 Nov
5
Distance
294 km
Cheap tickets

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 £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.

Fast coaches

To travel from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    1 change
  • National Express
    1 change
  • National Express
    1 change
  • National Express
    1 change
  • National Express
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 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.

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
294 km
Average bus duration
5h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
3:40
Last bus
8:10
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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

Frequently asked questions about your Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport.

Cheap coach tickets from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 3:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:10.
There are 14 coaches a day from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express4:40 Exeter Central (EXC)
5h55
10:35 Coach Station1 change
National Express9:10 Exeter Central (EXC)
5h15
14:25 Coach Station1 change
National Express12:00 Exeter Central (EXC)
6h35
18:35 Coach Station1 change
National Express16:45 Exeter Central (EXC)
5h55
22:40 Coach Station1 change
Tuesday 3 November
National Express2:05 Exeter Central (EXC)
6h50
8:55 Coach Station1 change

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Why should you book Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport.
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Bus providers: National Express from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £35. 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 National Express Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£35
National Express frequency
14 a day
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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Exeter Central (EXC) and London Stansted Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Exeter Central (EXC) and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport:
  • 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 Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Exeter Central (EXC) to London Stansted Airport coach

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.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Exeter Central (EXC) and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
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