Reading to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 19 Dec

Cheapest price

£53

Average price

£58

Fastest journey

2 h 57 m

Average duration

3 h 8 m

Buses per day

13

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading 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 Reading to London Stansted Airport will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £53.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressRRRA1 · NX727
21:033h47
Reading, Blagrave Street
00:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£531One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX727
17:432h57
Reading, Blagrave Street
20:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£531One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX727
15:053h55
Reading, Blagrave Street
19:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£551One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX727
19:313h09
Reading, Blagrave Street
22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£551One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX030 · NXA8
03:205h10
Reading, Blagrave Street
08:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£561One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Reading to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 98 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£55

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

3h 3m

Average total duration

2h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Reading to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
Delayed
11:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h20
19:00 19:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
Delayed
12:25 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h45
19:00 19:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
On time
15:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h55
19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
On time
17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h57
20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
On time
19:31 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h09
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
On time
21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h47
00:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025 · NXA8
On time
22:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
5h12
03:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		2 changes
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025 · NXA8
On time
23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
5h27
04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		2 changes
Friday 19 December
national_expressRRRA1 · NX030 · NXA8
Delayed
03:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
5h10
09:05 09:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		2 changes
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025 · NXA8
Delayed
03:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
5h10
09:05 09:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		2 changes
national_expressRRRA1 · NX72805:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h00
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX72807:22 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h13
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX727
On time
09:05 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h20
12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Reading to London Stansted Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £36 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 22:03. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 2h 57m.

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 £36
Distance
98 km
Average bus duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£46
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
2h 57m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
22:03
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 £36

Bus providers: National Express from Reading to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Reading to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £36. 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 57m
Cheapest Price
£46
National Express frequency
12 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.
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FAQs: Reading to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £56; 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 Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 2 h 54 min   to travel the 60 mile long journey, with around there are 13 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 03: 09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 23: 09.
There are 13 coaches a day from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Reading and London Stansted Airport (STN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 54 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) is October.
You have options as you can travel between Reading and London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Reading to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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    Reading RG1 1PZ, UK
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    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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