The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 17 buses that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
NX72719:201h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 320:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX72717:151h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 319:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX72714:301h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 316:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX72721:201h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 322:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX7287:351h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 38:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£231One-way0 changes
NX72719:201h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 320:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£201One-way0 changes
NX7289:151h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 310:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£371One-way0 changes
NX72723:301h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£371One-way0 changes
NX7287:351h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 38:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£231One-way0 changes
NX72711:051h20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 312:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 68 km
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2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX727 | 11:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 | 13:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h25 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 | 14:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h40 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX444 · NXA8 | 14:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h00 | 18:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 | 17:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h50 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 | 19:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 | 21:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 | 23:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 0:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX025 · NXA8 | 23:59 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h16 | 3:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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![]() | 4:05 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h25 | 7:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:05 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h25 | 8:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h20 | 8:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:35 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h20 | 8:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Buses from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. 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 33m |
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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Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), 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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