Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 18

Cheapest price

$77

Average price

$86

Fastest journey

11 h 40 m

Average duration

11 h 48 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

505 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for London Stansted Airport on Fri, Jul 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 18 the direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .

On Fri, Jul 18 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.

National Express
10:35AM11h55
Edinburgh
10:30PMLondon Stansted Airport
$771One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:00PM11h40
Edinburgh
09:40AMLondon Stansted Airport
$961One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €48.

Distance: 313 miles (505 km)

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€55

Average price

Cheapest

€67

Average price

€98

Average price

11h 19m

Average total duration

10h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 44m

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30m

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Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:45AM
Arrival Time
10:25PM
Duration
13h40
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$104
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:35AM
Arrival Time
10:40PM
Duration
12h05
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$65
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
04:35AM
Duration
16h50
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$99
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
12h05
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$85

Live departures

Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport bus times

Showing buses for today, Thursday, July 17
Last updated at 2:55 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX183 · NX777
On time
7:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
13h40
9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX591 · NX7379:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
12h05
9:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressNX183 · NX777
On time
10:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station
16h50
3:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
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
Flight from $31 (€25)
Distance
313 miles (505 km)
Average bus duration
10h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$45 (€36)
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
11h 40m
First bus
09:35
Last bus
21:00
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
Flight from $31 (€25)

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus and Megabus from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN)

National Express, FlixBus and Megabus buses will get you to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Edinburgh from $45 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Edinburgh - London Stansted Airport (STN) bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $45
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport

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Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport

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ATMATM
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
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  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
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  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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