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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 27 m
Buses on 08 Sept
46
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Fast coaches
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 46 buses from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT), including 44 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 27 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.
NXA818:451h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station20:30London, York Road (London Eye)£191One-way0 changes- NXA815:451h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station17:30London, York Road (London Eye)£191One-way0 changes
- NXA87:152h15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station9:30London, York Road (London Eye)£191One-way0 changes
- NXA821:051h29Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station22:34London, York Road (London Eye)£191One-way0 changes
- NXA814:401h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station16:30London, York Road (London Eye)£191One-way0 changes
- NXA823:501h27Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:17London, York Road (London Eye)£211One-way0 changes
- NXA80:501h27Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:17London, York Road (London Eye)£221One-way0 changes
- NXA80:301h27Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:57London, York Road (London Eye)£221One-way0 changes
- NXA823:301h27Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0:57London, York Road (London Eye)£191One-way0 changes
- NXA81:301h27Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:57London, York Road (London Eye)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is a coach with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £23.
The fastest way to travel from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 12m.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 12m by bus vs 1h 13m by car) and save roughly £26 compared to fuel and tolls (£16 vs £42). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express, Flibco, flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coaches for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXA8 | 1:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 2:57 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 · NXA8 | 2:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h00 | 5:15 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA6 · NXA8 | 2:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h00 | 5:45 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 | 5:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 6:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 5:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 7:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 5:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 7:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 6:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h00 | 8:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 6:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h15 | 8:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 6:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h20 | 9:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 7:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 8:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h55 | 9:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 8:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 10:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 9:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 10:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 9:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 11:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 11:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 10:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 11:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 11:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 13:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 12:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 13:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 12:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 14:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 15:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 13:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 15:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 14:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 16:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 14:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 16:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 17:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 17:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 16:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 17:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 16:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 18:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 17:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h55 | 18:55 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 19:25 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 18:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 20:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 18:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 20:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h35 | 21:00 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h35 | 21:30 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h29 | 22:04 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h29 | 22:34 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 21:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h29 | 23:04 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 22:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h29 | 23:34 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 22:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h29 | 0:04 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 23:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 0:27 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 23:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 0:57 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 1:17 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
| NXA8 | 0:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 1:37 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 0:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 1:57 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 0:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 2:17 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA8 | 1:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h27 | 2:37 London, York Road (London Eye) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as Flibco, flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd and more offer coaches services from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
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 Flibco, flibco or Airport Bus Express Ltd to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
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- 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 London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Checkmybus or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco, flibco or Airport Bus Express Ltd to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
There are 42 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:35, the last at 18:55. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 35m.
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 £13
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 7:35 |
Last bus 18:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 £13
Bus providers: National Express, Flibco, flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with National Express, Flibco, flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd for as low as £13. 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
1h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
£14
National Express frequency
24 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 Airport Bus Express Ltd Duration
55m
Cheapest Airport Bus Express Ltd Price
£16
Airport Bus Express Ltd frequency
129 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
Flibco frequency
86 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average flibco Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest flibco Price
£15
flibco frequency
98 a day
FAQs: London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is £16; 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 Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is 1h 35m to travel the 50 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 Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 7:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 18:55.
Yes, there are 42 direct coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with National Express, Flibco, flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT), you can count on National Express, Flibco, flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd for the best way to get you to London Waterloo (WAT). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from London Stansted Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) for coach company National Express, Flibco, Airport Bus Express Ltd.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type
- some tickets are non-refundable.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
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 Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT). The following conditions apply:
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd.
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