4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Stansted
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 53 m
Buses on 05 Sept
16
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Stansted will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Nottingham to Stansted you need to make at least one change.
NX450 · NXA85:505h40Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change- NX450 · NXA815:305h55Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station21:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX450 · NXA618:154h25Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX450 · NXA611:304h50Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station16:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX450 · NXA614:004h20Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station18:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX7778:153h35Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£441One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX77710:203h40Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station14:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£451One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX7770:453h50Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station4:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£521One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX7773:154h00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station7:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£441One-way1 change
- NX450 · NXA614:004h20Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station18:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 152 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m 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 Nottingham to Stansted:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Stansted costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 3h 2m versus 2h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Nottingham to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Stansted coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX450 · NXA8 | 20:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h10 | 2:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX737 | 22:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h47 | 4:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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| NX230 · NX777 | 0:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h50 | 4:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX777 | 3:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h00 | 7:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA6 | 3:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h30 | 8:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX777 | 5:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h45 | 9:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA8 | 5:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h40 | 11:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX777 | 8:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h35 | 11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX777 | 10:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h40 | 14:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA6 | 11:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h50 | 16:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX737 | 12:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h32 | 17:57 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA6 | 14:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h20 | 18:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX150 · NX777 | 15:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h45 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA8 | 15:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h55 | 21:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA6 | 17:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h50 | 21:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NXA6 | 18:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h25 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Stansted
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Nottingham to Stansted run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 152 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Nottingham to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Stansted with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Stansted
Most Nottingham to Stansted buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do buses to Stansted leave from?
Getting to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Nottingham
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