Northampton to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 42 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Northampton to London Stansted Airport will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressNX440 · NXA6
05:053h15
Northampton, Town Centre
08:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX707 · NX737
06:253h45
Northampton, Town Centre
10:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX707 · NX737
16:104h20
Northampton, Town Centre
20:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX707 · NX737
13:554h00
Northampton, Town Centre
17:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX707 · NX737
18:254h15
Northampton, Town Centre
22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Northampton to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 88 km

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Train

£35

Average Price

Cheapest

£68

Average Price

3h 26m

Average total duration

2h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 1m

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30m

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Live departures

Northampton to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Northampton to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX707 · NX737
Delayed
03:15 Northampton, Town Centre
4h30
09:15 09:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NXA6
Delayed
05:05 Northampton, Town Centre
3h15
10:50 10:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
06:25 Northampton, Town Centre
3h45
10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
08:55 Northampton, Town Centre
3h25
12:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
11:25 Northampton, Town Centre
4h05
15:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
13:55 Northampton, Town Centre
4h00
17:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
16:10 Northampton, Town Centre
4h20
20:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
18:25 Northampton, Town Centre
4h15
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Northampton to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Northampton to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £18 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:35, the last at 18:40. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 3h 15m.

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
88 km
Average bus duration
2h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 15m
First bus
04:35
Last bus
18:40
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 Northampton to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Northampton to London Stansted Airport 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
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
16 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Northampton to London Stansted Airport coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Northampton to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Northampton to London Stansted Airport is £35; 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 Northampton to London Stansted Airport is 3h 15m to travel the 88 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 Northampton to London Stansted Airport leaves at 4:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport leaves at 18:40.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Northampton to London Stansted Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Northampton and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Northampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Northampton and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Northampton to London Stansted Airport 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 Northampton to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Northampton to London Stansted Airport:
  • 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 Northampton to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Northampton to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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