The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Bishop's Stortford
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Bishop's Stortford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Bishop's Stortford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bishop's Stortford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 45 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Bishop's Stortford bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bishop's Stortford coaches for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 London | 1h19 | 12:19 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 London | 1h19 | 16:19 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 London | 2h00 | 21:30 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:10 London | 2h15 | 00:25 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:30 London | 1h30 | 00:00 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:00 London | 1h25 | 07:25 Bishop's Stortford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Bishop's Stortford
Buses from London to Bishop's Stortford run on average 87 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 86 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 45 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 87 |
Direct buses 86 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, flibco, Stagecoach London, Airport Bus Express from London to Bishop's StortfordYou can travel by bus between London to Bishop's Stortford with Megabus, Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, flibco, Stagecoach London, Airport Bus Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Airport Bus Express Ltd
flibco
Stagecoach London
Airport Bus Express
FAQs: London to Bishop's Stortford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Bishop's Stortford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the coach station, with services operating 24/7.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus: Express Train: Stansted Express
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