The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 26 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York 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 York to London Stansted Airport will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from York to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.
YC843 · NX426 · NXA813:319h24York, Station Rd22:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way2 changes
YC843 · NX591 · NXA814:319h19York, Station Rd23:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way2 changes
YC843 · NX561 · NXA85:589h57York, Station Rd15:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way2 changes
YC843 · NX465 · NXA821:1211h18York, Station Rd8:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way2 changes
YC840 · NX426 · NXA89:389h42York, Station Rd19:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way2 changes
NX436 · NXA61:456h35York, Station Rd8:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£611One-way1 change
NX561 · NX73711:558h35York, Station Rd20:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£631One-way1 change
YC843 · NX426 · NXA816:138h47York, Station Rd1:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£401One-way2 changes
NX561 · NX7379:008h55York, Station Rd17:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£631One-way1 change
YC843 · NX591 · NXA814:319h19York, Station Rd23:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£391One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for York to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 247 km
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:12 York | 10h18 | 7:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX436 · NXA6 | On time 1:45 York, Station Rd | 6h35 | 8:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX561 · NXA8 | On time 5:58 York, Station Rd | 9h57 | 15:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
YC843 · NX426 · NXA8 | On time 6:59 York, Station Rd | 10h01 | 17:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX561 · NX737 | On time 9:00 York, Station Rd | 8h55 | 17:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
YC840 · NX426 · NXA8 | On time 9:38 York, Station Rd | 9h42 | 19:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
NX561 · NX737 | On time 11:55 York, Station Rd | 8h35 | 20:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX426 · NXA8 | On time 13:31 York, Station Rd | 9h24 | 22:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
YC843 · NX591 · NXA8 | On time 14:31 York, Station Rd | 9h19 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
YC843 · NX426 · NXA8 | On time 16:13 York, Station Rd | 8h47 | 1:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
YC840 · NX561 · NXA6 | 16:56 York, Station Rd | 9h29 | 2:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to London Stansted Airport
Buses from York to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:28, the last at 21:12. The fastest coach covers the 247 km distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 247 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 47m |
First bus 4:28 |
Last bus 21:12 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: National Express, Yorkshire Coastliner from York to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between York to London Stansted Airport with National Express, Yorkshire Coastliner for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: York to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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