Leicester to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 10 Apr

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 22 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to London Stansted Airport will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Leicester for London Stansted Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.

  • National Express
    17:155h45
    Leicester
    23:00London Stansted Airport
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    14:005h50
    Leicester
    19:50London Stansted Airport
    £291One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    21:305h25
    Leicester
    2:55London Stansted Airport
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    5:255h40
    Leicester
    11:05London Stansted Airport
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    17:202h45
    Leicester
    20:05London Stansted Airport
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 126 km

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Train

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£35

Average Price

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

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Live departures

Leicester to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX7774:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h05
6:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NXA8
On time
4:25 Leicester, Braunstone
5h40
10:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NXA8
On time
5:10 Leicester, Braunstone
6h00
11:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX7776:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h25
8:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NXA6
On time
8:25 Leicester, Braunstone
3h55
12:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX7778:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h15
10:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX77710:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h20
12:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX73710:40 Leicester, Braunstone
6h15
16:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX77712:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h15
14:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NXA8
On time
12:40 Leicester, Braunstone
5h40
18:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NXA6
On time
14:40 Leicester, Braunstone
4h30
19:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX77716:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h45
19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NXA8
On time
16:55 Leicester, Braunstone
5h30
22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX77718:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h30
21:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NXA6
On time
19:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h10
1:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX450 · NXA8
On time
20:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
5h15
1:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX737
On time
22:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h45
3:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Leicester to London Stansted Airport coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Leicester to London Stansted Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Leicester to London Stansted Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £12 by train.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 2h 15m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £12
Distance
126 km
Average bus duration
2h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
5:25
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £12

Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £12. 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
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£22
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.
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FAQs: Leicester to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to London Stansted Airport is £30; 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 Leicester to London Stansted Airport is 2h 15m to travel the 126 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 Leicester to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Leicester to London Stansted Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and London Stansted Airport including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to London Stansted Airport 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 Leicester to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to London Stansted Airport:
  • 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 Leicester to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and London Stansted Airport

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Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
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