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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
8 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
9 h 4 m
Buses on 05 Sept
6
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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 buses from York to London Stansted Airport, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 247 km distance in an average of 9 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 49 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 21 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.
11:519h04York20:55London Stansted Airport£291One-way0 changes- 21:1211h38York8:50London Stansted Airport£291One-way0 changes
- 8:419h21York18:02London Stansted Airport£301One-way0 changes
- 17:219h04York2:25London Stansted Airport£371One-way0 changes
- 16:219h04York1:25London Stansted Airport£411One-way0 changes
- 16:118h49York1:00London Stansted Airport£461One-way0 changes
- 17:219h04York2:25London Stansted Airport£371One-way0 changes
- 11:519h04York20:55London Stansted Airport£291One-way0 changes
- 16:219h04York1:25London Stansted Airport£411One-way0 changes
- 8:419h21York18:02London Stansted Airport£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 247 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m 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 York to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to London Stansted Airport costing on average £63.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 9m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 6h 9m versus 3h 18m 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.
Live departures
York to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for York 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:21 York | 9h04 | 1:25 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:12 York | 10h18 | 7:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 8:41 York | 9h21 | 18:02 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:51 York | 9h04 | 20:55 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from York to London Stansted Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. 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 34m.
Distance 247 km |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 8h 34m |
First bus 4:28 |
Last bus 21:12 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and London Stansted Airport
Most York to London Stansted Airport buses use the York, Station Rd to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare York and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to York, Station Rd from York city centre
York, Station Rd bus station facilities and services
York, Station Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York, Station Rd. ATMs are available at York, Station Rd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Station Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Station Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Station Rd: Accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
Getting to York, Rail Station from York city centre
York, Rail Station bus station facilities and services
York, Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York, Rail Station. ATMs are available at York, Rail Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Rail Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Rail Station: Standard accessibility features available.
Getting to York, Train Station from York city centre
York, Train Station bus station facilities and services
York, Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Train Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Train Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and exits.
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