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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford 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 Watford will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Compare coach and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:28 Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h59 | 10:27 Watford | 3 changes | |
| 07:02 Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h01 | 11:03 Watford | 3 changes | |
| 07:36 Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h06 | 11:42 Watford | 4 changes | |
| 08:47 Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h48 | 12:35 Watford | 3 changes | |
| 09:18 Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h35 | 13:53 Watford | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford
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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:18, the last at 17:50. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 3m |
First bus 05:18 |
Last bus 17:50 |
Bus providers: Stephensons of Essex from Stansted Mountfitchet to WatfordYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford with Stephensons of Essex for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Stansted to Watford
Stansted Airport is a popular London hub for budget flights and short-haul European connections, with very good public transport connections across the country. Coaches from Stansted to Watford operate seven days a week, offering an economical alternative to rail travel for the trip from the terminal to the Hertfordshire town, popular with visitors to the Harry Potter Studios. Journeys from Stansted require one change en route, at Heathrow Airport, with the fastest trips taking around three hours to reach Watford. Departure times include morning, afternoon and evening services.
Which coach companies travel from Stansted to Watford?
National Express, the UK's national coach company, provides indirect connections from Stansted Airport to the coach terminus at Watford Junction Station. Journeys require one change en route, at Heathrow Airport.
How long is the coach from Stansted to Watford?
The fastest journey time for the coach journey from Stansted to Watford is the evening departure with National Express, taking two hours and 54 minutes to complete the 42-mile route south-west via Heathrow Airport. Most connections take between three and 30 minutes longer to reach the Hertfordshire town.
How many coaches are there from Stansted to Watford?
The National Express weekday schedule offers 13 coaches from Stansted to Watford daily, with the timetable beginning with a first coach from the airport leaving at 4:00 a.m. Departures continue roughly every two hours throughout the morning and afternoon, with a final departure to Watford around mid-evening. Saturday schedules offer ten services to Watford while on Sundays there are seven connections.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Stansted to Watford?
Departure bus station: Stansted Airport Coach Station is situated close to the airport arrivals hall, next to the railway station, with local bus services offering short connections to Bishop's Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet. The coach station has a coffee shop and vending machines, while facilities at the airport terminal include restaurants, pubs, newsagents, cafes and free WiFi.
Arrival bus station: Watford Junction Station is located on the north side of the town centre, with coaches stopping at the transport interchange with the railway station and numerous local buses stopping at the stands on Woodford Road, serving the town centre and Harry Potter Studios. Facilities at the station include a cafe, bakery, coffee kiosk, newsagent and taxi rank.
FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Watford 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 Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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