Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 37 m
Buses on 18 Sept
34
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 34 buses from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD), including 34 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 37 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.
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NXA9Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 47 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD):
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 47m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus, Airport Bus Express Ltd.
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 Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:50 Whitechapel (ZLW) | 2h00 | 17:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
NXA9 | 0:58 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 2:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 1:28 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 3:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 2:08 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 3:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 2:48 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 4:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 3:28 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 5:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 4:08 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 5:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 4:48 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 6:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 5:28 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 7:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA9 | 6:08 London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B) | 1h37 | 7:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:08, the last at 18:28. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 13m |
First bus 5:08 |
Last bus 18:28 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitechapel (ZLW) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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