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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
Showing times and prices for 21 Nov
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Buses per day
48
Distance
51 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Fast coaches
Of the 48 buses that leave London Paddington (PAD) for London Stansted Airport every day 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
NXA616:252h15
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)18:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA611:551h55
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)13:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA603:351h45
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)05:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA601:351h45
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)03:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA622:301h40
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)00:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA622:301h40
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)00:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA621:301h40
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)23:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA621:001h40
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA621:551h40
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)23:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
NXA603:351h45
London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)05:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£211One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 51 km
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1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 06:45
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 01:15London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:30 04:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 01:35London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:30 04:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 01:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:30 04:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 02:20London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:30 04:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 02:45London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 03:10London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 03:35London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 05:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 04:00London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 05:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 04:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 06:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 04:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 06:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 05:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 07:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 05:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h50 | 07:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 06:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 08:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 06:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 08:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 07:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 09:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 07:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 09:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 08:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 10:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 08:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 10:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 09:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 11:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 09:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 10:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 12:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 10:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 12:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 11:25London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 13:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | Delayed 12:25 11:55London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 13:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 12:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 14:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 12:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 14:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 13:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h05 | 15:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 13:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h05 | 16:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 14:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h10 | 16:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 14:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h10 | 17:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 15:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 15:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 18:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 16:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 18:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 16:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 19:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 17:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 19:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 17:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 20:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 18:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h15 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 19:00 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h10 | 21:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 19:30 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 2h00 | 21:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 20:00 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h50 | 21:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 20:30 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h50 | 22:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 21:00 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h40 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 21:30 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h40 | 23:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 21:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h40 | 23:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 22:30 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h40 | 00:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | On time 23:35 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h50 | 01:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA2 · NXA8 | On time 23:36 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 3h19 | 02:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| NXA6 | 00:35 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h50 | 02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 01:15 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 03:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 01:35 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 03:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 01:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 03:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 02:20 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 02:45 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 03:10 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 04:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 03:35 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 05:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 04:00 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 05:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 04:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 06:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 04:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 06:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 05:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h45 | 07:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 05:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h50 | 07:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 | 06:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 1h55 | 08:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport run on average 60 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 58 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 22:36. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 1h 25m.
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 51 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 60 |
Direct buses 58 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 22:36 |
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, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Metroline Travel from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport with National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Metroline Travel for as low as £14. 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
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
42 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.
Airport Bus Express Ltd
About
Airport Bus Express Ltd. is a UK-based bus company providing affordable and reliable airport transfer services to major London airports, including Stansted, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction through regular vehicle maintenance. They offer both regular passenger transportation and bus rentals. Routes often include breaks for longer journeys, and while M-tickets are available on some routes, printing may be required for others. Airport Bus Express aims to provide a stress-free experience with easy online booking and connections to various transport hubs in London.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£16
Airport Bus Express Ltd frequency
115 a day
Luggage included
One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
Additional luggage
A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type; some tickets are non-refundable.
Refund
If a service is canceled or delayed by more than 120 minutes, passengers have the right to alternative transport or a full ticket refund.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£16
flibco frequency
77 a day
Metroline Travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
£17
Metroline Travel frequency
19 a day
FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach travel time is 1 h 45 min for the 32 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 00: 36. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 23: 36.
Yes, there are 30 direct coaches a day from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN), you can count on National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd or Metroline Travel for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport (STN). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Paddington (PAD) and London Stansted Airport (STN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from London Paddington (PAD) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, luggage for the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
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