Newmarket to Stansted bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newmarket to Stansted

Showing times and prices for 26 Aug

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 27 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newmarket to Stansted will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Newmarket for Stansted every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 41 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 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.

  • National Express
    1:001h20
    Newmarket
    2:20Stansted
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    17:351h40
    Newmarket
    19:15Stansted
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    0:001h20
    Newmarket
    1:20Stansted
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Newmarket to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newmarket to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £23.

Distance: 41 km

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Train

£24

Average Price

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 57m

Average total duration

1h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

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30m

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Live departures

Newmarket to Stansted bus times

The table below shows live departures for Newmarket to Stansted coaches for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express16:35 Newmarket
1h40
18:15 Stansted0 changesdirect
Wednesday 26 August
National Express0:00 Newmarket
1h20
1:20 Stansted0 changesdirect
National Express1:00 Newmarket
1h20
2:20 Stansted0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Newmarket to Stansted by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Newmarket to Stansted.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newmarket to Stansted

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Buses from Newmarket to Stansted run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £18 by train.

There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:59, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 41 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £18
Distance
41 km
Average bus duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
0:59
Last bus
22:50
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
56 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 £18

Bus providers: National Express from Newmarket to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Newmarket to Stansted with National Express for as low as £18. 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 25m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
9 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.

FAQs: Newmarket to Stansted coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Newmarket to Stansted can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Newmarket to Stansted is £24; 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 Newmarket to Stansted is 1h 25m to travel the 41 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 Newmarket to Stansted leaves at 0:59. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Newmarket to Stansted leaves at 22:50.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Newmarket to Stansted with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Newmarket to Stansted, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Newmarket and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newmarket, High Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Stansted from Newmarket is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Newmarket to Stansted is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newmarket and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Newmarket to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Newmarket to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Newmarket to Stansted 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.
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 Newmarket to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Newmarket to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Newmarket to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Newmarket to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Newmarket to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Newmarket to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Newmarket to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Newmarket and Stansted

Most Newmarket to Stansted buses use the Newmarket, High Street to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newmarket and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Newmarket
Arrival bus stations in Stansted

Which Newmarket station do buses to Stansted leave from?

Buses from Newmarket to Stansted leave from Newmarket, High Street. The station is from Newmarket city centre at High St, Newmarket, UK.
Newmarket, High StreetHigh St, Newmarket, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Newmarket, High Street from Newmarket city centre

Bus055, 050 · 6m · £3 · every ~5 min

Newmarket, High Street bus station facilities and services

Newmarket, High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Newmarket, High Street. ATMs are available at Newmarket, High Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Newmarket, High Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Newmarket, High Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Newmarket, High Street: The station is accessible for wheelchairs.

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