London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
$19
Average ticket price on Nov 04
$23
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 32 m
Buses on Nov 04
3
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets

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 $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 buses from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR), including 3 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 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.

  • Flibco
    0 transfers
  • Flibco
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR)

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) run on average 221 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) if you book in advance.

There are 218 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 45m.

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
30 miles (49 km)
Average bus duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€9)
Buses per day
221
Direct buses
218
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
8:30 AM
Last bus
9:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
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

Frequently asked questions about your London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).

Cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) can start from as little as $10 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) is $23 (€19) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) leaves at 8:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) leaves at 9:00 PM.
Yes, there are 218 direct buses a day from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) with National Express, Flibco. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Greater Anglia
Departure Time
08:17AM
Arrival Time
10:17AM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
10:25PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:35PM
Arrival Time
11:20PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$27
Operator
Flibco
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:35PM
Arrival Time
12:20AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$19

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, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express9:35 PM London Stansted Airport
1h45
11:20 PM London Blackfriars (BFR)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) buses with Omio?

National Express as well as Flibco offer buses services from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).
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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 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 or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of 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).

Bus providers: National Express, 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, Flibco for as low as $10 (€9). 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 National Express Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest National Express Price
$19 (€16)
National Express frequency
123 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.

Flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Flibco Duration
45m
Cheapest Flibco Price
$10 (€9)
Flibco frequency
98 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Stansted Airport and London Blackfriars (BFR)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR), you can count on National Express, Flibco for the best way to get you to London Blackfriars (BFR). You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and London Blackfriars (BFR) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • Flibco
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) for bus company National Express, Flibco.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) depends on the bus 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.
  • Flibco
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • Flibco
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • Flibco
    • 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR). The following conditions apply:
  • Flibco
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • must be placed on the floor during the journey.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to London Blackfriars (BFR) with the following bus company: National Express.

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.

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