Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£13

Fastest journey

1 h 19 m

Average duration

1 h 34 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Stansted, London Stansted Airport for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

TerraVision UK
00:251h50
London Stansted Airport (stn)
02:15London Waterloo (WAT)
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2 changes
Airport Bus Express
00:301h46
Coach Station (bay 25)
02:16London Waterloo (WAT)
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2 changes
TerraVision UK
00:011h19
London Stansted Airport (stn)
01:20London Waterloo (WAT)
£131One-way
0 changes
TerraVision UK
00:201h20
London Stansted Airport (stn)
01:40London Waterloo (WAT)
£131One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
terravision14:55 London Stansted Airport (stn)
1h35
16:30 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Airport Bus Express15:00 Coach Station (bay 25)
2h09
17:09 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
terravision15:15 London Stansted Airport (stn)
2h02
17:17 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
terravision15:25 London Stansted Airport (stn)
1h35
17:00 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Airport Bus Express15:30 Coach Station (bay 25)
2h11
17:41 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
terravision00:01 London Stansted Airport (stn)
1h19
01:20 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
terravision00:20 London Stansted Airport (stn)
1h20
01:40 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
terravision00:25 London Stansted Airport (stn)
1h50
02:15 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Airport Bus Express00:30 Coach Station (bay 25)
1h46
02:16 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Buses from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 19m.

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
50 km
Average bus duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
1h 19m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:45
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, Airport Bus Express from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)You can travel by bus between Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with National Express, Airport Bus Express for as low as £13. 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
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
48 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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Airport Bus Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Airport Bus Express frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is £13; 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 Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) is 1h 19m to travel the 50 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 Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT), you can count on National Express, Airport Bus Express for the best way to get you to London Waterloo (WAT). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted, London Stansted Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from Stansted, London Stansted Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 19m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a coach between Stansted, London Stansted Airport and London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
  • 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 Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) with the following coach company: National Express.

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