Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
45 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA) 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 Stratford International (SFA) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA) 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 43 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 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 London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA):
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA) costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Stratford International (SFA) take longer:
Coach takes on average 46m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (46m by bus vs 53m by car) and save roughly £6 compared to fuel and tolls (£16 vs £22). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 London Stansted Airport | 0h45 | 12:10 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:25 London Stansted Airport | 0h45 | 13:10 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 London Stansted Airport | 0h45 | 19:15 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 7:00 London Stansted Airport | 0h45 | 7:45 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 London Stansted Airport | 0h45 | 8:45 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA) run on average 70 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 70 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 11:25. The fastest coach covers the 43 km distance in 45m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 70 |
Direct buses 70 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 11:25 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Stratford International (SFA) 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 Stratford International (SFA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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