The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 2 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for London Blackfriars (BFR) on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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$19 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:00 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h25 | 11:25 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Airport Bus Express Ltd or Flibco to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Airport Bus Express Ltd or Flibco to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Buses from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) run on average 153 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 151 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 22:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 153 |
Direct buses 151 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 22:00 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, Flibco from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) with National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, Flibco for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 Blackfriars (BFR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type
- some tickets are non-refundable.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
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