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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Stansted
Showing times and prices for 22 Apr
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
158 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Stansted 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 will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Fast coaches
To travel from Southampton to Stansted you need to make at least one change.
NX032 · NXA812:355h45Southampton, University18:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change- NX032 · NXA812:156h05Southampton, Coach Station18:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way1 change
- NX032 · NXA82:205h00Southampton, University7:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£421One-way1 change
- NX032 · NXA82:055h15Southampton, Coach Station7:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£421One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX72713:305h35Southampton, Coach Station19:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£581One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX72718:453h55Southampton, University22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£691One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX72716:304h10Southampton, Coach Station20:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£651One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX72718:304h10Southampton, Coach Station22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£691One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX72720:304h20Southampton, Coach Station0:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£691One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX72710:054h25Southampton, Coach Station14:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£731One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Stansted 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 22m. 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: 158 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX032 · NXA8 | Delayed 9:05 2:05Southampton, Coach Station | 5h15 | 7:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NXA8 | On time 2:20 Southampton, University | 5h00 | 7:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX728 | Delayed 9:05 4:15Southampton, Coach Station | 4h40 | 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX728 | Delayed 9:05 5:35Southampton, Coach Station | 5h00 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX728 | 5:50 Southampton, University | 4h45 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 9:05 7:00Southampton, Coach Station | 5h25 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 9:05 Southampton, University | 5h25 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 10:05 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h25 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NXA8 | On time 12:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 6h05 | 18:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NXA8 | On time 12:35 Southampton, University | 5h45 | 18:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 13:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 5h35 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 13:50 Southampton, University | 5h15 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 15:20 Southampton, University | 5h20 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 16:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h10 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 18:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h10 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 18:45 Southampton, University | 3h55 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX727 | On time 20:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h20 | 0:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Southampton to Stansted coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Southampton to Stansted.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Stansted
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Buses from Southampton to Stansted run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. 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 158 km distance in 3h 40m.
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
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 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
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Stansted with National Express for as low as £23. 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
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£23
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: Southampton to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Stansted can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Stansted is £32; 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 Southampton to Stansted is 3h 40m to travel the 158 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 Southampton to Stansted leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Stansted leaves at 23:50.
There are 18 coaches a day from Southampton to Stansted which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton 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 Southampton and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Southampton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, University . When arriving in Stansted , you can end your route in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Stansted from Southampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton to Stansted is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Stansted:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to Stansted:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Stansted
Southampton
Stansted
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Harbour ParadeWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Southampton, Coach Station
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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