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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 5 m
Buses on 05 Sept
2
Distance
158 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 2 buses from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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.
10:405h05Lincoln15:45London Stansted Airport£361One-way0 changes- 9:405h05Lincoln14:45London Stansted Airport£541One-way0 changes
- 10:405h05Lincoln15:45London Stansted Airport£361One-way0 changes
- 9:405h05Lincoln14:45London Stansted Airport£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 158 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport is a coach with an average price of £34.
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport costing on average £36.
The fastest way to travel from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport is by train with an average journey time of 2h 39m.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 52m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lincoln and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
Live departures
Lincoln to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:40 Lincoln | 5h05 | 14:45 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 Lincoln | 5h05 | 15:45 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Lincoln to London Stansted Airport coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 09:40, the last at 09:40. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 5h 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 9:40 |
Last bus 9:40 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £11
Bus providers: National Express from Lincoln to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Lincoln to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £11. 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 National Express Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
£19
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.
What's included in each class
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
FAQs: Lincoln to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lincoln to London Stansted Airport 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport is 5h 5m to travel the 158 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport leaves at 9:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport leaves at 9:40.
There are 2 coaches a day from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Lincoln 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 Lincoln and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Lincoln is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lincoln and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lincoln to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and London Stansted Airport
Most Lincoln to London Stansted Airport buses use the Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Lincoln
Arrival bus stations in London
Lincoln, Rail Station Car ParkLincoln, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park from Lincoln city centre
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Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park bus station facilities and services
Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park. ATMs are available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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