The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
158 km
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 €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 2 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Lincoln on Fri, May 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.
10:30 AM6h30London Stansted Airport5:00 PMLincoln€431One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM6h55London Stansted Airport6:25 PMLincoln€501One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM6h30London Stansted Airport5:00 PMLincoln€431One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM6h55London Stansted Airport6:25 PMLincoln€501One-way0 transfers
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 train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a bus costs an average of €31.
Distance: 158 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€44 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Lincoln bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Lincoln buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 6h30 | 5:00 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 6h55 | 6:25 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Lincoln by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln
Buses from London Stansted Airport to Lincoln run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 07:28, the last at 14:00. The fastest bus covers the 158 km distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 7m |
First bus 7:28 AM |
Last bus 2:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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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 €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- 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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