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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport
Showing times and prices for Jan 03
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
68 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Fast buses
Of the 41 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for London Heathrow Airport on Sat, Jan 03, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 03 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jan 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
NX72702:30AM1h50
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station04:20AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
€331One-way
0 transfers
NX72702:30AM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station04:00AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
€331One-way
0 transfers
NXA8 · NX03009:05PM3h45
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station12:50AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
€351One-way
1 transfer
NXA8 · NX03210:05PM3h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station01:20AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
€351One-way
1 transfer
NXA8 · NX03510:05PM3h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station01:20AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
€351One-way
1 transfer
NX72710:15AM1h25
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:40AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
€411One-way
0 transfers
NX72702:30AM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station04:00AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
€331One-way
0 transfers
NX72707:00AM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station08:30AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
€411One-way
0 transfers
NX72704:45AM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station06:15AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
€411One-way
0 transfers
NX72701:15PM1h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station02:45PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
€411One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow 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 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 8:55 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 4h05 | 2:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 3 | |||||
| NXA8 · NX209 | On time 12:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h55 | 3:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 · NX230 | On time 1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h10 | 5:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 | 2:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 4:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 7:00 AM 2:30 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 8:30 AM 8:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | Delayed 7:00 AM 4:45 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 8:30 AM 8:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 4:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 6:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | On time 7:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 7:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 8:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 · NX230 | On time 7:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h10 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX401 | On time 7:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h15 | 10:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 | 9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 10:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | On time 9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 10:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 · NX240 | On time 9:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h55 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 | On time 10:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h25 | 11:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 10:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NXA8 · NX032 | On time 10:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h55 | 2:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX032 | On time 10:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h35 | 2:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX727 | 1:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 3:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | On time 1:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 2:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | 2:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 4:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX727 | On time 2:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 4:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX728 | 5:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 7:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX728 | 5:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 6:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX728 | 7:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h50 | 9:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX728 | 7:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1h30 | 8:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | On time 7:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h10 | 10:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | On time 7:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX403 | On time 7:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h15 | 11:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX035 | On time 8:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h20 | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX032 | On time 8:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h05 | 11:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX035 | On time 8:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h05 | 11:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX466 | On time 9:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX030 | On time 9:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h45 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | On time 9:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h45 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX032 | On time 10:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX032 | On time 10:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX035 | On time 10:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX035 | On time 10:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX209 | On time 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h15 | 3:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NXA40 | On time 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h15 | 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NXA40 | On time 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h05 | 3:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:20, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 68 km distance in 1h 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 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 09:20 |
Last bus 20:55 |
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, Megabus from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, Megabus 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
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€20
National Express frequency
29 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is €35; 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 (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 1 h 30 min to travel the 67 km long route, with around there are 25 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 06: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 23: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) without having to change trains with National Express. There are 13 direct coaches from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from London Stansted Airport (STN) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
No, luggage for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
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