The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
2 h 51 m
Buses on 06 Sept
5
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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 Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 5 buses from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD), including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
4:503h40Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)8:30Stansted Airport (SSD)£201One-way0 changes
22:453h30Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2:15Stansted Airport (SSD)£241One-way0 changes
20:001h40Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)21:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£271One-way0 changes
5:103h40Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)8:50Stansted Airport (SSD)£271One-way0 changes
23:051h45Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)0:50Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way0 changes
20:001h40Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)21:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£271One-way0 changes
23:051h45Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)0:50Stansted Airport (SSD)£291One-way0 changes
22:453h30Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2:15Stansted Airport (SSD)£241One-way0 changes
5:103h40Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)8:50Stansted Airport (SSD)£271One-way0 changes
4:503h40Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)8:30Stansted Airport (SSD)£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m 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 Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD):
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 45m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 1h 45m 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 Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h40 | 7:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:10 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h40 | 7:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:50 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h40 | 8:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:45 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 3h30 | 2:15 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Buses from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. 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 02:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 69 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 69 km |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 2:55 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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 Terminal 5 (HWV) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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.

- 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.
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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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