4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Stansted
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
7 h 57 m
Buses on 05 Sept
25
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Stansted will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Liverpool to Stansted you need to make at least one change.
NX541 · NXA814:559h25Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place0:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£301One-way1 change- NX540 · NXA616:409h45Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place2:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£321One-way1 change
- NX541 · NXA87:3510h00Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place17:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£321One-way1 change
- NX540 · NXA66:007h20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place13:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£381One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX73713:107h22Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place20:32Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£541One-way1 change
- NX540 · NXA66:007h20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place13:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£381One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX73713:107h22Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place20:32Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£541One-way1 change
- NX421 · NX7771:458h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place9:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£681One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX7379:308h27Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place17:57Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£561One-way1 change
- NX170 · NX541 · NX77713:528h33Liverpool, Botanic Park22:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£701One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Stansted 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 3h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 276 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m 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 Liverpool to Stansted:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Stansted costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 55m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £50. The journey takes 6h 55m versus 3h 53m 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.
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
Liverpool to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Stansted coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:15 Liverpool | 8h00 | 3:15 Stansted | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| NX421 · NX777 | 1:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h05 | 9:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX181 · NX777 | 2:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h20 | 11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX181 · NX777 | 2:35 Liverpool, University | 9h15 | 11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX181 · NX777 | 2:38 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 9h12 | 11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX541 · NX777 | 3:35 Liverpool, University | 10h25 | 14:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX541 · NX777 | 3:38 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 10h22 | 14:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 6:00 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h20 | 13:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX120 · NX777 | 6:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h50 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX120 · NX777 | 7:03 Liverpool, University | 8h42 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX120 · NX777 | 7:07 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 8h38 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX541 · NXA8 | 7:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 10h00 | 17:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX121 · NX777 | 9:18 Liverpool, University | 10h27 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX541 · NX777 | 9:18 Liverpool, University | 10h27 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX121 · NX777 | 9:22 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 10h23 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX541 · NX777 | 9:22 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 10h23 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 9:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h27 | 17:57 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 13:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h22 | 20:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX777 | 13:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h40 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX541 · NX777 | 13:48 Liverpool, University | 8h37 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX170 · NX541 · NX777 | 13:52 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 8h33 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX541 · NXA8 | 14:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h25 | 0:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 16:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h45 | 2:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Stansted
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Buses from Liverpool to Stansted run on average 28 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 276 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 276 km |
Average bus duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 0:41 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Liverpool to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Stansted with National Express for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Stansted
Most Liverpool to Stansted buses use the Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Liverpool station do buses to Stansted leave from?
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
Getting to Liverpool, Botanic Park from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Botanic Park is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Botanic Park bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Botanic 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 Liverpool, Botanic Park. ATMs are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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