The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol
Cheapest price on Oct 01
€28
Average ticket price on Oct 01
€48
Fastest journey on Oct 01
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
4 h 34 m
Buses on Oct 01
24
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol without transferring at least once.
NXA8 · NX04010:05 PM4h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€281One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · NX0408:35 PM4h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:20 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€301One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · NX04011:40 AM5h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station5:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€301One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · NX04010:40 AM5h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station4:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€301One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · NX0406:45 PM5h10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€301One-way1 transfer
NX727 · NX20210:15 AM4h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:45 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€781One-way1 transfer
NX728 · NX2005:15 PM4h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station9:45 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€651One-way1 transfer
NX727 · NX2001:15 PM4h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station5:45 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€711One-way1 transfer
NX727 · NX2009:00 AM4h35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:35 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€711One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · NX0408:35 PM4h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:20 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€301One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol buses for today, Wednesday, September 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 6h00 | 1:15 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h10 | 10:55 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h10 | 11:55 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h10 | 12:05 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h45 | 1:50 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h45 | 2:50 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 1 | |||||
NXA8 · NX209 | 12:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h05 | 5:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol
Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol run on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 199 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 199 km |
Average bus duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 27 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Bus providers: National Express from Stansted Mountfitchet to BristolYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol with National Express for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Stansted to Bristol
Travelers arriving at Stansted Airport in Essex and heading for the West Country can take frequent buses to Bristol from Stansted as an economical alternative to the train journey. The trip to Bristol requires one change en route, usually at Heathrow Airport, and the quickest journey times are just over four hours. With regular departures throughout the day from early morning until late at night, there is usually a bus available to coincide with flight arrivals.
Which bus companies travel from Stansted to Bristol?
The UK's national bus operator National Express provides services from Stansted Airport to Bristol. The National Express routes to the West Country city include one stop en route, with connections at Heathrow Airport or London Victoria Coach Station.
How long is the bus from Stansted to Bristol?
The quickest journey times on the 124-mile road route west from Stansted to Bristol are the National Express late afternoon and mid-evening departures, which take four hours and five minutes to reach Bristol Marlborough Street. Most journeys take between four hours and 30 minutes and five hours and 30 minutes although the overnight bus from Stansted takes more than ten hours to reach Bristol.
How many buses are there from Stansted to Bristol?
On weekdays and Saturdays, there are 19-20 daily connections between Stansted and Bristol, with departures from early morning and continuing roughly every hour until the final overnight service leaves the airport just before midnight. On Sundays, the service is a little more frequent, with 23 buses to Bristol from Stansted.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Stansted to Bristol?
Departure bus station: Stansted Airport Bus station is located in front of the main airport terminal, next to the rail station, with local bus connections from Bishops Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet. The airport departures hall has numerous cafes, restaurants, designer stores, business lounges, and free WiFi.
Arrival bus station: Bristol Marlborough Street Bus station is located on the north-east edge of the city center, close to the Broadmead shopping mall, served by local buses stopping nearby on Horsefair and Haymarket. Facilities at the station include a coffee shop, news vendor and taxi stand.
FAQs: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol
Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, University Queens Road. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre
Bristol, University Queens Road bus station facilities and services
Bristol, University Queens Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and eateries in vicinity.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, University Queens Road. ATMs are aTMs available at nearby locations.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, University Queens Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Wheelchair accessible via ramps.
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