The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Southampton for Stansted Mountfitchet 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 157 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX032 · NXA8 | Delayed 12:15 02:05Southampton, Coach Station | 5h20 | 07:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NXA8 | Delayed 07:50 02:20Southampton, University | 5h05 | 07:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX728 | Delayed 12:15 05:05Southampton, Coach Station | 3h50 | 10:35 10:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX728 | Delayed 07:50 05:20Southampton, University | 3h35 | 10:35 10:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX728 | Delayed 12:15 06:25Southampton, Coach Station | 4h10 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 12:15 07:30Southampton, Coach Station | 4h55 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 07:50 Southampton, University | 4h35 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 12:15 09:15Southampton, Coach Station | 5h10 | 14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 12:15 10:45Southampton, Coach Station | 5h25 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 11:05 Southampton, University | 5h05 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NXA8 | On time 12:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 6h15 | 18:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 13:35 Southampton, University | 5h25 | 19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 14:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h30 | 19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 15:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 5h20 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 15:40 Southampton, University | 5h00 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 19:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 3h40 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 19:15 Southampton, University | 3h25 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX727 | On time 20:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h20 | 00:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
![]() | 01:05 Southampton | 5h20 | 06:25 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet
Buses from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to Stansted MountfitchetYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Stansted Mountfitchet
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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