The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to London
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to London will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stratford for London 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 9 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 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.
12:000h50Stratford12:50London£51One-way0 changes
14:400h45Stratford15:25London£151One-way0 changes
14:400h45Stratford15:25London£151One-way0 changes
12:000h50Stratford12:50London£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stratford to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stratford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. 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 train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 9 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stratford to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to London coaches for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 19:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 19:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 20:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 20:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 21:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 21:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 21:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 22:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 22:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 22:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 23:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 23:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 23:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 23:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 0:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Stratford | 0h50 | 12:50 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:40 Stratford | 0h45 | 15:25 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stratford to London by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Stratford to London coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Airport Bus Express Ltd?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Airport Bus Express Ltd, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Flibco, Megabus or Go Ahead London to find the best option for your trip from Stratford to London.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Airport Bus Express Ltd with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stratford to London.
Why book with Omio over Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Official reseller: Airport Bus Express Ltd tickets can only be bought on Omio or Airport Bus Express Ltd's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Airport Bus Express Ltd tickets. Busbud or Checkmybus do not sell Airport Bus Express Ltd tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stratford to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to London
Buses from Stratford to London run on average 47 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 47 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 9 km distance in 45m.
Distance 9 km |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 47 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Flibco, Megabus, Go Ahead London, Metroline Travel, Stagecoach London from Stratford to LondonYou can travel by bus between Stratford to London with Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Flibco, Megabus, Go Ahead London, Metroline Travel, Stagecoach London for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
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Stagecoach London
FAQs: Stratford to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type
- some tickets are non-refundable.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the coach station, with services operating 24/7.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus: Express Train: Stansted Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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