Norwich to Stansted bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Stansted

Showing times and prices for 09 May

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

2 h 33 m

Average duration

2 h 43 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

109 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Norwich to Stansted will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Norwich for Stansted 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 109 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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
    15:102h55
    Norwich
    18:05Stansted
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    10:152h50
    Norwich
    13:05Stansted
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    23:472h33
    Norwich
    2:20Stansted
    £291One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    4:172h33
    Norwich
    6:50Stansted
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Norwich to Stansted

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 109 km

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Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£32

Average Price

3h 24m

Average total duration

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

Norwich to Stansted bus times

The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Stansted coaches for today, Friday 8 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX491 · NXA8
Delayed
22:35 6:02Norwich, University Of East Anglia
6h38
12:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 change
National ExpressNX72816:05 Norwich, Bus Station
3h10
19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX72723:47 Norwich, University Of East Anglia
2h33
2:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 changesdirect
Saturday 9 May
National Express4:17 Norwich
2h33
6:50 Stansted0 changesdirect
National Express10:15 Norwich
2h50
13:05 Stansted0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Norwich to Stansted by coach or train

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Why should you book Norwich to Stansted coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Norwich to Stansted.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Norwich to Stansted.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • 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 Norwich to Stansted.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Norwich to Stansted.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Norwich to Stansted

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Buses from Norwich to Stansted run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by train.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 109 km distance in 2h 33m.

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 £14
Distance
109 km
Average bus duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
15
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
2h 33m
First bus
0:24
Last bus
23:47
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
35 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 £14

Bus providers: National Express from Norwich to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Stansted with National Express for as low as £14. 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 33m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
15 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: Norwich to Stansted coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Stansted can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Norwich to Stansted is £26; 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 Norwich to Stansted is 2h 33m to travel the 109 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 Norwich to Stansted leaves at 0:24. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Norwich to Stansted leaves at 23:47.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Norwich to Stansted with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Norwich 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 Norwich and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Stansted from Norwich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 33m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Norwich to Stansted is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Norwich and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Norwich to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Norwich to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Norwich 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 Norwich to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Norwich 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 Norwich to Stansted:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Norwich to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Norwich to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Norwich to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Norwich to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Stansted

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