The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Stratford
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Stratford will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Stratford on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 9 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 50 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 9 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration Fastest 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Stratford buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 5:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 6:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 6:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 7:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 7:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 8:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 8:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 9:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 9:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 10:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 10:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 11:15 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 11:45 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0h45 | 12:15 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM London | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Stratford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Stratford
Buses from London to Stratford run on average 47 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 47 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 9 km distance in 45m.
Distance 9 km |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 47 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Megabus, Flibco, flibco, Blue Triangle, Stagecoach London from London to StratfordYou can travel by bus between London to Stratford with Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, Megabus, Flibco, flibco, Blue Triangle, Stagecoach London for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
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Blue Triangle
Stagecoach London
FAQs: Bus from London to Stratford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type
- some tickets are non-refundable.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Stratford
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the coach station, with services operating 24/7.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus: Express Train: Stansted Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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