Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 01

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
    10:05 PM4h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    2:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €281One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
    8:35 PM4h45
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    1:20 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €301One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
    11:40 AM5h50
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    5:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €301One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
    10:40 AM5h50
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    4:30 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €301One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX040
    6:45 PM5h10
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    11:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    €301One-way
    1 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.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express7:15 AM Stansted Mountfitchet
6h00
1:15 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
National Express5:45 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h10
10:55 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
National Express6:45 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h10
11:55 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
National Express6:55 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h10
12:05 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
National Express9:05 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
4h45
1:50 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
National Express10:05 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
4h45
2:50 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
Thursday, October 1
National ExpressNXA8 · NX20912:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
5:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol

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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.

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
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
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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 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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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
3h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
€21
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.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol is €42; 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol is 3h 30m to travel the 199 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 27 coaches a day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Stansted Mountfitchet , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station . When arriving in Bristol , you can end your trip in coach stations like Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, University Queens Road .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bristol including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol 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 National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.

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.

Departure bus stations in Stansted Mountfitchet
Arrival bus stations in Bristol
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre

Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · €2 · every ~156 min
Bristol, University Queens RoadBeacon House, Queens Rd, Bristol BS8 1QU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre

Bus72 · 11m · €4 · every ~8 min

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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