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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport costing on average £32.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 57m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.64. The journey takes 45m versus 44m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport by coach or train
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Why should you book Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport run on average 142 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 142 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 13:40, the last at 14:35. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 30m.
Distance 42 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 142 |
Direct buses 142 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 13:40 |
Last bus 14:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: National Express, Flibco from Forest Gate to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport with National Express, Flibco for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Forest Gate to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forest Gate 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.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
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