Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 34 m

Buses per day

28

Distance

199 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol 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 Bristol will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

To travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
19:505h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
01:05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
10:505h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
16:30Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
18:505h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
23:55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
18:155h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
23:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
21:554h55
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
02:50Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£271One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 199 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£61

Average Price

5h 3m

Average total duration

4h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 04:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express18:50 Stansted Mountfitchet
5h00
23:50 Bristol0 changesdirect
national_express19:25 Stansted Mountfitchet
4h55
00:20 Bristol0 changesdirect
national_express19:55 Stansted Mountfitchet
5h25
01:20 Bristol0 changesdirect
national_express21:25 Stansted Mountfitchet
4h55
02:20 Bristol0 changesdirect

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Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol

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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 199 km distance in 4h 55m.

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
199 km
Average bus duration
4h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
28
Fastest bus
4h 55m
First bus
00:10
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

Bus providers: National Express from Stansted Mountfitchet to BristolYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£22
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.

Coaches from Stansted to Bristol

London Stansted Airport is located in Essex, north-east of the capital, and has excellent transport links with the rest of the country. Travellers arriving at the airport and heading for the West Country can use coaches from Stansted to Bristol as an economical alternative to the train, with one change of coach required en route. Most journeys are routed via London Victoria Station or Heathrow Airport, with the fastest trip taking just over four hours. There are frequent connections available 24 hours a day, with departures from the airport roughly every half hour for most of the day and evening.

Which coach companies travel from Stansted to Bristol?

National Express, the UK's national coach operator, provides frequent indirect connections from Stansted Airport to Bristol Marlborough Street bus station. Routes offer a choice of changing at Heathrow Airport or London Victoria Coach Station.

How long is the coach from Stansted to Bristol?

The fastest National Express service on the route west from Stansted to Bristol is the late afternoon departure via Heathrow Airport, taking four hours and five minutes to reach the West Country city.  Most services via Heathrow take five to 30 minutes longer. Connections via London Victoria Coach Station take upwards of four hours and 50 minutes, while some can take in excess of six hours. 

How many coaches are there from Stansted to Bristol?

There is a 24-hour timetable for coach departures from Stansted Airport, with connections to Bristol departing roughly every half hour throughout the day and night, except for very early in the morning when there is an hourly service.  Passengers usually have a choice of routes via Heathrow or central London. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Stansted to Bristol?

Departure bus station: Stansted Airport Coach Station is located in front of the airport arrivals hall, adjacent to the rail terminus and with local bus links from Bishop's Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet. The bus station has a cafe and vending machines, with the airport offering shops, newsagents, restaurants and free WiFi. 

Arrival bus station:  Bristol Marlborough Street Coach Station is situated on the north side of the city centre, served by numerous buses offering connections across the city and region. Passenger facilities at the station include a cafe, coffee stand, newsagent and taxi rank.   

FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol is on average 4 h 40 min   for the 123 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bristol by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol leaves at 05: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol leaves at 23: 40.
There are 26 coaches a day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bristol as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Bristol from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Mountfitchet to Bristol is February.
You have options as you can travel to Bristol from Stansted Mountfitchet 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol.

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

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