The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter 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 to London Stansted Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Exeter to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.
NX501 · NX727
NX504 · NX728
NX406 · NX728
NX504 · NX727
NX504 · NX728
NX504 · NX727
NX504 · NX727
NX504 · NX728
NX504 · NX728
NX406 · NX728Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Exeter to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Exeter to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:55 Exeter | 5h45 | 22:40 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
NX406 · NX728 | On time 02:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 6h50 | 08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX406 · NX728 | On time 02:10 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h45 | 08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX728 | On time 03:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 6h40 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX728 | On time 04:00 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h35 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX727 | On time 07:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 7h00 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX727 | On time 07:40 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h50 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX501 · NX727 | On time 09:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 7h00 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX501 · NX727 | On time 09:20 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h50 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX501 · NX727 | On time 12:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 7h05 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX501 · NX727 | On time 12:10 Exeter, Honiton Road | 6h55 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 · NX727 | On time 16:45 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 5h55 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to London Stansted Airport
Buses from Exeter to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 16:55. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 16:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Exeter to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Exeter 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
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FAQs: Exeter to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London Stansted Airport
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
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