Exeter to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 27 Nov

Cheapest price

£80

Average price

£80

Fastest journey

5 h 35 m

Average duration

6 h 13 m

Buses per day

14

Distance

294 km

Cheap tickets

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 £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £80.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressNX501 · NX727
05:456h40
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
12:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£801One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX501 · NX727
12:007h00
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
19:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£801One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX501 · NX727
16:555h45
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£801One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX501 · NX727
09:107h00
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
16:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£801One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX504 · NX727
07:306h55
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
14:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£801One-way
1 change

Travel 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 £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 294 km

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Train

£44

Average Price

Cheapest

£57

Average Price

5h 48m

Average total duration

5h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 53m

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30m

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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, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX504 · NX728
Delayed
03:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
6h40
17:05 17:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX504 · NX728
Delayed
04:00 Exeter, Honiton Road
6h35
17:05 17:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
Delayed
05:45 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
6h40
14:45 14:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
Delayed
05:55 Exeter, Honiton Road
6h30
14:45 14:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX504 · NX727
Delayed
07:30 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
6h55
14:45 14:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX504 · NX727
Delayed
07:40 Exeter, Honiton Road
6h45
14:45 14:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
On time
09:10 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
7h00
16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
On time
09:20 Exeter, Honiton Road
6h50
16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
On time
12:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
7h00
19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
On time
12:10 Exeter, Honiton Road
6h50
19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
On time
16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
5h45
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX727
On time
17:05 Exeter, Honiton Road
5h35
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
Thursday 27 November
national_expressNX406 · NX72802:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court
6h50
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX406 · NX72802:10 Exeter, Honiton Road
6h45
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Exeter to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £25 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 16:55. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 5h 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £25
Distance
294 km
Average bus duration
5h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
5h 45m
First bus
01:05
Last bus
16:55
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £25

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 £25. 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
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£38
National Express frequency
13 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.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £46; 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 Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 5 h 35 min   to travel the 182 mile long journey, with around there are 14 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 02: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 17: 05.
There are 14 coaches a day from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Exeter including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Exeter to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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    Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and London Stansted Airport

    Exeter
    London
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Honiton Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café in the station (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the waiting area.
    Public transport options for Exeter, Honiton Road
    • Bus: 4, 9, 56
    Exeter, Honiton Road Park and Ride
    Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34)
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