London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 10
Cheapest price on Nov 10
€24
Average ticket price on Nov 10
€25
Fastest journey on Nov 10
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Nov 10
1 h 42 m
Buses on Nov 10
3
Distance
44 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast buses

On Tue, Nov 10, we found 3 buses from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport, including 3 direct services.

On Tue, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 44 km distance in 1h 35m.

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
44 km
Average bus duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€21
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
1h 35m
First bus
5:10 AM
Last bus
9:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
14 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.

Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport leaves at 5:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport leaves at 9:35 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Monday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX7371:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h37
3:32 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7374:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h57
5:57 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7376:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h37
8:32 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX7379:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h37
10:42 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNXA2 · NXA610:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h20
2:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNXA2 · NXA810:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h10
2:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNXA2 · NXA811:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h10
3:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
National ExpressNXA2 · NXA811:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
4h10
3:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
Tuesday, November 10
National Express7:25 AM London Luton Airport
1h45
9:10 AM London Stansted Airport0 transfersDirect
National Express8:25 AM London Luton Airport
1h45
10:10 AM London Stansted Airport0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
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Bus providers: National Express from London Luton Airport to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport 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

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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 National Express Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
€21
National Express frequency
13 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.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Luton Airport and London Stansted Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Luton Airport 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from London Luton Airport to London Stansted Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport 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
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport and London Stansted Airport including taking a bus and train.
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