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Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£28
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£28
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
5 h 25 m
Buses on 20 Oct
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 1 buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 186 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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.


Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 186 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 186 km |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 3:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NXA8 · NX403 | 19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h30 | 1:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX403 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 11h30 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Bath Bus Station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Buses from Stansted to Bath are provided by National Express. None of the services run directly, but instead have two changes, one of which is at Stansted Airport. Journey times generally last around three hours. The first bus of the day leaves Stansted before 5:00 a.m. There are then several buses that leave throughout the day, with some in the morning, and others at lunchtime and in the evening. The last service departs after 11:30 p.m. Buses from Stansted to Bath depart from Stansted Mountfitchet Bus Station, next to the train station. They arrive at Bath's London Road Bus Station, close to the Kensington Meadows Park.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Bath buses use the to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. ATMs are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Station accessible via ramps.
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