London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for Nov 27

Cheapest price

$28

Average price

$28

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Buses per day

48

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.

Fast buses

Of the 48 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for London Paddington (PAD) on Thu, Nov 27, 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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

NXA6

03:20AM1h40

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station

05:00AMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)

$281One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NXA6

01:10PM1h41

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station

02:51PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)

$281One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NXA6

01:55AM1h40

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station

03:35AMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)

$281One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NXA6

10:10AM1h41

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station

11:51AMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)

$281One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NXA6

06:55AM1h56

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station

08:51AMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)

$281One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 31 miles (51 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train
€21 Average price Cheapest	€34 Average price
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:15AM	Arrival Time 01:45AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:35AM	Arrival Time 02:05AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:55AM	Arrival Time 02:25AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:15AM	Arrival Time 02:45AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:35AM	Arrival Time 03:05AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:55AM	Arrival Time 03:35AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:20AM	Arrival Time 04:00AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:20AM	Arrival Time 05:00AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:20AM	Arrival Time 06:00AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:15AM	Arrival Time 06:51AM	Duration 1h36	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:35AM	Arrival Time 07:21AM	Duration 1h46	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:45AM	Arrival Time 07:21AM	Duration 1h36	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:05AM	Arrival Time 07:51AM	Duration 1h46	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:15AM	Arrival Time 07:51AM	Duration 1h36	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:25AM	Arrival Time 08:21AM	Duration 1h56	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:40AM	Arrival Time 08:21AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:55AM	Arrival Time 08:51AM	Duration 1h56	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:10AM	Arrival Time 08:51AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:20AM	Arrival Time 09:21AM	Duration 2h01	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:40AM	Arrival Time 09:21AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:55AM	Arrival Time 09:51AM	Duration 1h56	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:10AM	Arrival Time 09:51AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:30AM	Arrival Time 10:21AM	Duration 1h51	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:40AM	Arrival Time 10:21AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:00AM	Arrival Time 10:51AM	Duration 1h51	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:10AM	Arrival Time 10:51AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:30AM	Arrival Time 11:21AM	Duration 1h51	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:40AM	Arrival Time 11:21AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:10AM	Arrival Time 11:51AM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:40AM	Arrival Time 12:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:10AM	Arrival Time 12:51PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:40AM	Arrival Time 01:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:10PM	Arrival Time 01:51PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:40PM	Arrival Time 02:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:10PM	Arrival Time 02:51PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 03:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:10PM	Arrival Time 03:51PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:40PM	Arrival Time 04:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:10PM	Arrival Time 04:51PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:40PM	Arrival Time 05:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:10PM	Arrival Time 05:51PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:40PM	Arrival Time 06:21PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:15PM	Arrival Time 06:56PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:50PM	Arrival Time 07:31PM	Duration 1h41	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:20PM	Arrival Time 07:56PM	Duration 1h36	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:50PM	Arrival Time 08:26PM	Duration 1h36	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:25PM	Arrival Time 08:56PM	Duration 1h31	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:55PM	Arrival Time 09:26PM	Duration 1h31	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:25PM	Arrival Time 09:55PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:55PM	Arrival Time 10:25PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:25PM	Arrival Time 10:55PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:55PM	Arrival Time 11:25PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:25PM	Arrival Time 11:55PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:55PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:15PM	Arrival Time 12:45AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:35PM	Arrival Time 01:05AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:55PM	Arrival Time 01:25AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $23

Live departures

London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:25 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
	10:55 PM London Stansted Airport	1h30	12:25 AM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 27
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 12:15 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 12:35 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 12:55 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 1:15 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 1:35 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 1:55 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h40	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 2:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h40	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 3:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h40	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 4:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h40	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 5:15 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h36	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 5:35 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h46	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 6:05 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h46	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 6:25 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h56	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 6:55 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h56	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 7:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	2h01	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM 7:55 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h56	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 8:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h51	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 9:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h51	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 9:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h51	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 10:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 10:40 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	Delayed 11:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	12:55 PM 12:55 PMLondon, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 11:40 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	1:21 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 12:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	1:51 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 12:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	2:21 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 1:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	2:51 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 1:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	3:21 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 2:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	3:51 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 2:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	4:21 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 3:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	4:51 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 3:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	5:21 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 4:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	5:51 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 4:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	6:21 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 5:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	6:56 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 5:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h41	7:31 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 6:20 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h36	7:56 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 6:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h36	8:26 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 7:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h31	8:56 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 7:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h31	9:26 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 8:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	9:55 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 8:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	10:25 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	10:55 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 9:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	11:25 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 10:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	11:55 PM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:25 AM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 11:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	12:45 AM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 11:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	1:05 AM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
NXA6	On time 11:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	1h30	1:25 AM London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Buses from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 57 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.

There are 56 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:40, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 1h 30m.

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

31 miles (51 km)

Average bus duration

1h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

$19 (€15)

Buses per day

57

Direct buses

56

Fastest bus

1h 30m

First bus

07:40

Last bus

22:55

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, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) with National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco for as low as $19 (€15). 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

1h 30m

Cheapest Price

$19 (€15)

National Express frequency

41 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.

Learn more about National Express

Airport Bus Express Ltd

About

Airport Bus Express Ltd. is a UK-based bus company providing affordable and reliable airport transfer services to major London airports, including Stansted, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction through regular vehicle maintenance. They offer both regular passenger transportation and bus rentals. Routes often include breaks for longer journeys, and while M-tickets are available on some routes, printing may be required for others. Airport Bus Express aims to provide a stress-free experience with easy online booking and connections to various transport hubs in London.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 0m

Cheapest Price

$20 (€16)

Airport Bus Express Ltd frequency

112 a day

Luggage included

One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.

Additional luggage

A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type; some tickets are non-refundable.

Refund

If a service is canceled or delayed by more than 120 minutes, passengers have the right to alternative transport or a full ticket refund.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.

flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 8m

Cheapest Price

$21 (€17)

flibco frequency

77 a day

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs

Cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) is $29 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Paddington (PAD) is on average 1 h 29 min for the 32 mile (51 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Paddington (PAD) by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 12: 20AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 11: 40PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) without having to change trains with National Express or Airport Bus Express Ltd. There are 30 direct buses from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) bus with National Express or Airport Bus Express Ltd. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey to London Paddington (PAD) from London Stansted Airport (STN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

A day trip to London Paddington (PAD) from London Stansted Airport (STN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a bus or train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD):

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD), follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD).

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD):

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 London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD):

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD).

You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following bus company: National Express.

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