London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 22 Feb

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

3 h 5 m

Average duration

3 h 13 m

Buses per day

30

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
12:555h37
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
18:32Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
13:105h22
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
18:32Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
03:504h40
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
08:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
03:354h55
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
08:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£201One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
22:454h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
03:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 87 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

3h 54m

Average total duration

3h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express12:55 London Gatwick Airport
5h37
18:32 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
national_express22:30 London Gatwick Airport
4h55
03:25 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
national_express23:30 London Gatwick Airport
5h05
04:35 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
Sunday 22 February
national_expressNX209 · NXA801:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h50
04:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX209 · NXA801:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h40
04:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NXA803:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h55
08:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
03:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h40
08:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA804:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h15
08:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNXA2 · NXA804:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h05
08:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72804:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
4h00
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX728
On time
05:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h45
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX72806:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
3h40
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX728
On time
07:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h25
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
09:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h15
12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
11:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h15
14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
13:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
5h22
18:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
17:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h30
20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
19:25 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h15
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX727
On time
21:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
3h05
00:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
22:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h30
03:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
23:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
4h45
04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change

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

National Express as well as United Minibuses, BM Coaches, Metrobus and more offer coaches services from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of United Minibuses, BM Coaches or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.
  • 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 train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 3h 55m.

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
87 km
Average bus duration
3h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
25
Fastest bus
3h 55m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
23:30
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, United Minibuses, BM Coaches, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport with National Express, United Minibuses, BM Coaches, Metrobus for as low as £17. 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
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
1 a day
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.

United Minibuses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
United Minibuses frequency
1 a day

BM Coaches

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
BM Coaches frequency
1 a day

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
£20
Metrobus frequency
9 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport is £25; 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport is 3h 55m to travel the 87 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport leaves at 1:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport leaves at 23:30.
There are 25 coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express, United Minibuses, BM Coaches, Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express, United Minibuses, BM Coaches, Metrobus for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from London Gatwick Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Gatwick Airport and London Stansted Airport including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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