Brighton to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€34

Average price

€56

Fastest journey

4 h 3 m

Average duration

4 h 10 m

Buses per day

26

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to London Stansted Airport will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Brighton to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
09:47PM5h28
Brighton, Preston Circus
03:15AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
€341One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
10:50PM5h40
Brighton, Preston Circus
04:30AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
€341One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
10:45PM5h45
Brighton
04:30AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
€341One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
09:40PM5h35
Brighton
03:15AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
€341One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NXA8
12:05PM6h50
Brighton
06:55PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
€391One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €44.

Distance: 121 km

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Bus
Train

€31

Average price

Cheapest

€80

Average price

4h 43m

Average total duration

4h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

Brighton to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:46 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express8:40 PM Brighton
5h45
2:25 AM London Stansted Airport0 transfersDirect
national_express8:47 PM Brighton
5h38
2:25 AM London Stansted Airport0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
national_expressNX025 · NXA82:50 AM Brighton
5h40
8:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
Delayed
3:25 AM 2:55 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
5h35
8:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX7284:40 AM Brighton
4h15
8:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX7284:45 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
4h10
8:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX7285:35 AM Brighton
5h00
10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX7285:41 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
4h54
10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
12:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
6h43
6:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
9:47 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h28
3:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NXA8
On time
10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h40
4:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Brighton to London Stansted Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 121 km distance in 5h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
121 km
Average bus duration
4h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
€21
Buses per day
24
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
01:50
Last bus
21:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Brighton to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
€22
National Express frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Brighton to London Stansted Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to London Stansted Airport by bus. 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 bus, 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to London Stansted Airport is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport is 5h 30m to travel the 121 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport leaves at 1:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport leaves at 9:50 PM.
There are 24 coaches a day from Brighton to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and London Stansted Airport including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to London Stansted Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Brighton to London Stansted Airport

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Brighton, Preston Circus
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Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
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