Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 15
Cheapest price on Nov 15
€28
Average ticket price on Nov 15
€39
Fastest journey on Nov 15
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Nov 15
5 h 9 m
Buses on Nov 15
5
Distance
157 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast buses

On Sun, Nov 15, we found 5 buses from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet, including 5 direct services.

On Sun, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

On Sun, Nov 15 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Buses from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €20 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 157 km distance in 2h 55m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €20
Distance
157 km
Average bus duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
2h 55m
First bus
2:05 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
42 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €20

Frequently asked questions about your Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet.

Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet is €58; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 2:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 17 coaches a day from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet buses for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express11:15 AM Southampton
5h47
5:02 PM Stansted Mountfitchet0 transfersDirect
National Express12:15 PM Southampton
5h47
6:02 PM Stansted Mountfitchet0 transfersDirect
Sunday, November 15
National Express1:05 AM Southampton
5h15
6:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet0 transfersDirect
National Express2:05 AM Southampton
5h15
7:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
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Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to Stansted MountfitchetYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet with National Express for as low as €20. 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 National Express Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
€22
National Express frequency
17 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton and Stansted Mountfitchet

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted Mountfitchet. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Stansted Mountfitchet and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet:
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    • 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 Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet:
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    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet

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

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Stansted Mountfitchet including taking a bus and train.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet

Most Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Stansted Mountfitchet bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Southampton
Arrival bus stations in Stansted Mountfitchet

Which Southampton station do buses to Stansted Mountfitchet leave from?

Buses from Southampton to Stansted Mountfitchet leave from Southampton, Coach Station. The station is from Southampton city centre at Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom.
Southampton, Coach StationHarbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · €2 · every ~20 min

Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

Southampton, UniversityUniversity Rd, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, University from Southampton city centre

Southampton, University is 3 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

BusU2b, U2 · 11m · €2 · every ~6 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 25m · €2 · every ~37 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 29m · €2 · every ~37 min

Southampton, University bus station facilities and services

Southampton, University has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton, University. ATMs are available at Southampton, University.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, University.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, University: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, University: Basic accessibility features are available for passengers.

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