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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
202 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
NX040 · NXA806:10AM5h50
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:00PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$401One-way
1 transfer
NX040 · NXA608:30PM5h55
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)02:25AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$431One-way
1 transfer
NX040 · NXA809:15PM5h40
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)02:55AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$431One-way
1 transfer
NX040 · NXA804:15PM5h45
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:00PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$431One-way
1 transfer
NX040 · NXA803:45PM5h45
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)09:30PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$431One-way
1 transfer
NX200 · NX72804:50AM4h05
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)08:55AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$891One-way
1 transfer
NX202 · NX72708:00AM4h25
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:25PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$861One-way
1 transfer
NX202 · NX72710:00AM4h25
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)02:25PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$861One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX72706:00PM4h40
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:40PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$771One-way
1 transfer
NX202 · NX72805:50AM4h45
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:35AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$891One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
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Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 12:11 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX502 · NXA8 | On time 12:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 6:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX727 | On time 2:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h00 | 7:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX727 | On time 6:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h40 | 10:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| NX202 · NX728 | On time 5:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h45 | 10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 11:30 AM 6:10 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h50 | 12:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX727 | 8:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 12:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | Delayed 11:30 AM 8:30 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h40 | 2:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX727 | 10:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 2:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 11:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 5:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 12:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 6:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 2:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 8:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 9:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 4:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 10:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 4:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 10:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 6:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 11:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 7:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 12:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA6 | On time 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 2:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NXA8 | On time 9:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h40 | 2:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
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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 125 miles (202 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 05:10 |
Last bus 20:15 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport start from as low as $29 (€24) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $35 (€28) depending on the train type and class.
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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $29 (€24). 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 Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
National Express frequency
24 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.
FAQs: Bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as $30 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is $40 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is on average 4 h 55 min for the 125 mile (202 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 5: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 9: 15PM.
There are 23 buses a day from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) you can take a bus with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN):
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) depends on the bus company:
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN):
- 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 bus ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN):
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport (STN) with the following bus company: National Express.
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