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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 32 m
Buses on 03 Sept
6
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 6 buses from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m 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.
6:351h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)7:55London Stansted Airport£241One-way0 changes- 7:351h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)8:55London Stansted Airport£261One-way0 changes
- 5:103h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)8:30London Stansted Airport£261One-way0 changes
- 13:554h05Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)18:00London Stansted Airport£301One-way0 changes
- 4:053h25Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)7:30London Stansted Airport£301One-way0 changes
- 7:351h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)8:55London Stansted Airport£261One-way0 changes
- 6:351h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)7:55London Stansted Airport£241One-way0 changes
- 23:593h16Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)3:15London Stansted Airport£351One-way0 changes
- 5:103h20Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)8:30London Stansted Airport£261One-way0 changes
- 4:053h25Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)7:30London Stansted Airport£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £35.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 41m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 12m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
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.
Live departures
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:59 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h16 | 2:15 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
| 4:05 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h25 | 7:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h20 | 8:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:35 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h20 | 7:55 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:35 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h20 | 8:55 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 4h05 | 18:00 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 4:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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