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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for 11 Jan

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£51

Fastest journey

4 h 5 m

Average duration

4 h 25 m

Buses per day

18

Distance

198 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressNXA8 · NX035
19:555h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
01:00Bournemouth, Coach Station
£331One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX035
18:155h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
23:20Bournemouth, Coach Station
£361One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX035
05:404h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
10:20Bournemouth, Coach Station
£381One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX035
07:055h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
12:10Bournemouth, Coach Station
£381One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX035
23:509h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
09:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
£381One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 198 km

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Coach
Train

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£48

Average Price

4h 54m

Average total duration

4h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
09:00 04:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
09:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
Delayed
09:50 05:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h40
10:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
09:00 07:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
Delayed
09:50 07:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
On time
09:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h05
13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
On time
10:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h20
14:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
11:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h25
17:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
On time
13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h20
18:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
On time
14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h40
19:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h50
21:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h35
21:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX035
On time
17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h20
22:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
18:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
23:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX035
On time
19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h10
00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
01:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h10
01:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
22:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h00
03:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX035
On time
23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
9h40
09:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £21 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 198 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 £21
Distance
198 km
Average bus duration
4h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
18
Fastest bus
5h 5m
First bus
04:30
Last bus
22:50
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 £21

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £21. 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
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
18 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.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth is £39; 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 Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth coach time is 4 h 35 min   covering the 122 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth leaves at 03: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth leaves at 23: 40.
There are 20 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Bournemouth from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bournemouth.

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