Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
7 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
8 h 12 m
Buses on 05 Sept
3
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Taunton to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to London Stansted Airport will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 buses from Taunton to London Stansted Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 37 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Taunton to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 253 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Taunton to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to London Stansted Airport costing on average £58.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 12m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 5h 12m versus 3h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX101 · NX040 · NXA6 | 17:55 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 8h30 | 2:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX101 · NX040 · NXA6 | 17:55 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 8h30 | 2:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX504 · NX406 · NX728 | 23:40 Taunton, Park Street (opposite County Hall) | 9h15 | 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 9:25 Taunton | 7h37 | 17:02 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Taunton to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 09:15, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 7h 37m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 37m |
First bus 9:15 |
Last bus 17:00 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Taunton to London Stansted Airport buses use the Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Taunton and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Taunton, St John's (St Church Park) has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park).
Available at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Taunton, St John's (St Church Park): Bike Parking.
Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) is 2 km from Taunton city centre. Public transport options include:
Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Available within the BP Londis store.
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis). ATMs are available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis).
Ticket office support is available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis).
Available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton, Blackbrook Park Avenue (BP Londis): Store accessible to wheelchair users.
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