4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bradford to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bradford 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 Bradford to London Stansted Airport will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bradford for London Stansted Airport on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 251 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 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.
11:50 AM8h05Bradford7:55 PMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers- 12:50 PM8h05Bradford8:55 PMLondon Stansted Airport€391One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 PM8h05Bradford8:55 PMLondon Stansted Airport€391One-way0 transfers
- 11:50 AM8h05Bradford7:55 PMLondon Stansted Airport€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bradford to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bradford to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price | €54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to London Stansted Airport costing on average €68.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 48m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Bradford to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €66 |
Live departures
Bradford to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX465 · NXA6 | 11:00 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 8h45 | 7:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
| 11:50 AM Bradford | 8h05 | 7:55 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:50 PM Bradford | 8h05 | 8:55 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bradford to London Stansted Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:35, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 5:35 AM |
Last bus 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: National Express, First Bradford from Bradford to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Bradford to London Stansted Airport with National Express, First Bradford for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bradford to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bradford to London Stansted Airport
Most Bradford to London Stansted Airport buses use the Bradford, Interchange Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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