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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton 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 Southampton to London Stansted Airport will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Southampton for London Stansted Airport on Sat, May 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 5 h 47 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.
12:15 PM5h47Southampton6:02 PMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers- 2:05 AM5h15Southampton7:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport€361One-way0 transfers
- 11:15 AM5h47Southampton5:02 PMLondon Stansted Airport€401One-way0 transfers
- 1:05 AM5h15Southampton6:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport€411One-way0 transfers
- 2:05 AM5h15Southampton7:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport€361One-way0 transfers
- 1:05 AM5h15Southampton6:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport€411One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM5h47Southampton6:02 PMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers
- 11:15 AM5h47Southampton5:02 PMLondon Stansted Airport€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 159 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€36 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX032 · NXA8 | Delayed 8:30 PM 2:20 AMSouthampton, University | 5h00 | 7:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX728 | Delayed 8:30 PM 5:20 AMSouthampton, University | 3h35 | 8:08 AM 8:08 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 8:30 PM 7:50 AMSouthampton, University | 4h35 | 12:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 8:30 PM 11:05 AMSouthampton, University | 5h05 | 4:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 8:30 PM 1:35 PMSouthampton, University | 5h30 | 7:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 8:30 PM 3:40 PMSouthampton, University | 5h00 | 8:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX032 · NX727 | Delayed 8:30 PM 7:15 PMSouthampton, University | 3h25 | 10:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
| 1:05 AM Southampton | 5h15 | 6:20 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:05 AM Southampton | 5h15 | 7:20 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:15 AM Southampton | 5h47 | 5:02 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:15 PM Southampton | 5h47 | 6:02 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to London Stansted Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 159 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Southampton to London Stansted Airport 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 Southampton to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
- 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.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Southampton to London Stansted Airport
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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