Leeds to Stansted bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Stansted

Showing times and prices for 07 Mar

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

6 h 9 m

Buses per day

14

Distance

244 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Stansted will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

To travel from Leeds to Stansted you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX426 · NXA8
18:007h00
Leeds, Coach Station
01:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£301One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561 · NXA6
19:007h25
Leeds, Coach Station
02:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561 · NXA8
13:307h25
Leeds, Coach Station
20:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561 · NXA8
12:307h29
Leeds, Coach Station
19:59Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NXA6
11:306h20
Leeds, Coach Station
17:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£341One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leeds to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 244 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£50

Average Price

7h 5m

Average total duration

6h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

LNER

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Leeds to Stansted bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 12:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX240 · NX77700:05 Leeds, Coach Station
7h10
07:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX465 · NXA8
On time
00:30 Leeds, Coach Station
8h20
08:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX180 · NX77702:30 Leeds, Coach Station
7h20
09:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX561 · NXA6
Delayed
09:10 07:45Leeds, Coach Station
6h05
13:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NXA6
On time
08:30 Leeds, Coach Station
5h50
14:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX561 · NX737
On time
09:10 Leeds, Coach Station
6h20
15:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NXA8
On time
09:50 Leeds, Coach Station
7h45
17:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NXA6
On time
11:30 Leeds, Coach Station
6h20
17:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX561 · NXA8
On time
12:30 Leeds, Coach Station
7h29
19:59 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX561 · NXA8
On time
13:30 Leeds, Coach Station
7h25
20:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX561 · NXA6
On time
19:00 Leeds, Coach Station
7h25
02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

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National Express operates all coaches services from Leeds to Stansted.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Stansted

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Buses from Leeds to Stansted run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 244 km distance in 6h 5m.

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
Distance
244 km
Average bus duration
6h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
6h 5m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:50
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

Bus providers: National Express from Leeds to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Stansted 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
6h 5m
Cheapest Price
£25
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Leeds to Stansted coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Stansted 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Stansted can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Stansted is £34; 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 Leeds to Stansted is 6h 5m to travel the 244 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Leeds to Stansted leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Stansted leaves at 23:50.
There are 12 coaches a day from Leeds to Stansted which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Stansted, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Stansted from Leeds is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Stansted is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds to Stansted depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.

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