Stansted to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

5 h 30 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

197 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stansted to Bournemouth will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Stansted for Bournemouth 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 197 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 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.

National Express
20:555h10
Stansted
02:05Bournemouth
£251One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:205h50
Stansted
18:10Bournemouth
£461One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Stansted to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Bournemouth 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 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 197 km

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Coach
Train

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£44

Average Price

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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South Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Stansted to Bournemouth bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
16:20 04:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h45
09:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
16:20 06:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h55
11:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
16:20 09:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
14:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
16:20 13:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
18:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX035
Delayed
16:20 14:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h30
20:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX035
On time
17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h50
22:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX035
On time
19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
23:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Bournemouth

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Buses from Stansted to Bournemouth run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
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 £22
Distance
197 km
Average bus duration
4h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
5h 5m
First bus
01:32
Last bus
23:50
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 £22

Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £22. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
17 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.

FAQs: Stansted to Bournemouth coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Stansted to Bournemouth with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted to Bournemouth.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted to Bournemouth can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Bournemouth is £40; 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 to Bournemouth is 4 h 40 min   to travel the 122 mile long journey, with around there are 16 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stansted to Bournemouth leaves at 02: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stansted to Bournemouth leaves at 23: 40.
There are 16 coaches a day from Stansted to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Stansted to Bournemouth coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Stansted to Bournemouth to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Bournemouth from Stansted is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted to Bournemouth is February.
You have options as you can travel from Stansted to Bournemouth 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Stansted to Bournemouth, 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.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stansted to Bournemouth.

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