London Stansted Airport to Lincoln bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln

Showing times and prices for Feb 14

Cheapest price

€52

Average price

€54

Fastest journey

6 h 30 m

Average duration

6 h 40 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

158 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.

Fast buses

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

National ExpressNX737 · NX451
02:00PM6h50
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
08:50PMLincoln, Rail Station Car Park
€521One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX777 · NX151
11:30AM6h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
06:00PMLincoln, Rail Station Car Park
€551One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to Lincoln

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 158 km

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Train

€40

Average price

Cheapest

€44

Average price

5h 17m

Average total duration

4h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 42m

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30m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Lincoln bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Lincoln buses for tomorrow, Saturday, February 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 11:59 AM
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national_expressNX777 · NX151
On time
11:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h30
6:00 PM Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park		1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 11:30, the last at 11:30. The fastest bus covers the 158 km distance in 6h 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
158 km
Average bus duration
4h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
€30
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
6h 30m
First bus
11:30
Last bus
11:30
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 London Stansted Airport to LincolnYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Lincoln with National Express for as low as €30. 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
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
€30
National Express frequency
2 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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FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Lincoln is €40; 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 London Stansted Airport to Lincoln is 6h 30m to travel the 158 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 London Stansted Airport to Lincoln leaves at 11:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln leaves at 11:30 AM.
There are 3 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Lincoln. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Lincoln and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Lincoln from London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Lincoln including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln 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 London Stansted Airport to Lincoln.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln:
  • 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 Stansted Airport to Lincoln:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln with the following coach company: National Express.

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