What is the fastest way from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport?

The fastest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 32m. Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer: Train takes on average 52m.

Should I drive or take the bus?

Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving. You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 4m by bus vs 1h 6m by car) and save roughly $39 (€31) compared to fuel and tolls ($19 (€15) vs $57 (€46)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi. Direct coaches are operated by National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Flibco. Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport: 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.

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport: 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.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Apr 30

Cheapest price

$25

Average price

$27

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Buses per day

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast buses

Of the 48 buses that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for London Stansted Airport on Thu, Apr 30, 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Apr 30 the direct buses cover the 50 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, Apr 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 32 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.

NXA8
10:48 PM1h32
London, York Road (London Eye)
12:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$251One-way
0 transfers
NXA8
10:53 AM1h47
London, York Road (London Eye)
12:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$251One-way
0 transfers
NXA8
7:20 AM1h45
London, York Road (London Eye)
9:05 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$251One-way
0 transfers
NXA8
3:23 PM2h02
London, York Road (London Eye)
5:25 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$251One-way
0 transfers
NXA8
11:53 AM1h47
London, York Road (London Eye)
1:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$251One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 31 miles (50 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train
$25 Average price Cheapest	$37 Average price
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Direct Options	Direct Options

London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:00AM	Arrival Time 01:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:10AM	Arrival Time 12:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:15AM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $25
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:30AM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:40AM	Arrival Time 01:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:00AM	Arrival Time 02:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:10AM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:15AM	Arrival Time 02:45AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:30AM	Arrival Time 02:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:40AM	Arrival Time 02:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:45AM	Arrival Time 03:25AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $25
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:45AM	Arrival Time 03:15AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:00AM	Arrival Time 03:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:10AM	Arrival Time 02:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:15AM	Arrival Time 03:45AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:30AM	Arrival Time 03:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:35AM	Arrival Time 04:05AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:40AM	Arrival Time 03:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:55AM	Arrival Time 04:30AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:00AM	Arrival Time 04:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:10AM	Arrival Time 03:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:15AM	Arrival Time 04:50AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:15AM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $25
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:30AM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:35AM	Arrival Time 05:10AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:40AM	Arrival Time 04:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:55AM	Arrival Time 05:30AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:00AM	Arrival Time 05:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:10AM	Arrival Time 04:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:15AM	Arrival Time 05:50AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:30AM	Arrival Time 05:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:40AM	Arrival Time 05:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:45AM	Arrival Time 06:25AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:45AM	Arrival Time 06:20AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:00AM	Arrival Time 06:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:10AM	Arrival Time 05:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:15AM	Arrival Time 06:50AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:30AM	Arrival Time 06:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:40AM	Arrival Time 06:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:45AM	Arrival Time 07:20AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:00AM	Arrival Time 07:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:10AM	Arrival Time 06:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:15AM	Arrival Time 07:50AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:15AM	Arrival Time 07:55AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:30AM	Arrival Time 07:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:40AM	Arrival Time 07:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:45AM	Arrival Time 08:30AM	Duration 1h45	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:00AM	Arrival Time 08:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:10AM	Arrival Time 07:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:15AM	Arrival Time 08:50AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:20AM	Arrival Time 09:05AM	Duration 1h45	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:30AM	Arrival Time 08:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:40AM	Arrival Time 08:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:45AM	Arrival Time 09:20AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:45AM	Arrival Time 09:25AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:50AM	Arrival Time 09:40AM	Duration 1h50	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:00AM	Arrival Time 09:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:10AM	Arrival Time 08:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:15AM	Arrival Time 09:50AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:20AM	Arrival Time 10:10AM	Duration 1h50	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:30AM	Arrival Time 09:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:40AM	Arrival Time 09:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:45AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:50AM	Arrival Time 10:35AM	Duration 1h45	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:00AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:10AM	Arrival Time 09:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:15AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:15AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:20AM	Arrival Time 11:05AM	Duration 1h45	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:30AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:40AM	Arrival Time 10:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:50AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:00AM	Arrival Time 11:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:10AM	Arrival Time 10:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:23AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:30AM	Arrival Time 11:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:40AM	Arrival Time 11:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:45AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:53AM	Arrival Time 12:40PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:00AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:10AM	Arrival Time 11:55AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:23AM	Arrival Time 01:10PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:30AM	Arrival Time 12:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:40AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:53AM	Arrival Time 01:40PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:00PM	Arrival Time 01:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:10PM	Arrival Time 12:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:15PM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:23PM	Arrival Time 02:10PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:28PM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:30PM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 12:40PM	Arrival Time 01:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:53PM	Arrival Time 02:40PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:58PM	Arrival Time 02:45PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:00PM	Arrival Time 02:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:10PM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:23PM	Arrival Time 03:10PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:28PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 1h52	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:30PM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 02:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 01:45PM	Arrival Time 03:25PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:53PM	Arrival Time 03:45PM	Duration 1h52	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:58PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 1h57	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:00PM	Arrival Time 03:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:10PM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:23PM	Arrival Time 04:15PM	Duration 1h52	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $33
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:28PM	Arrival Time 04:30PM	Duration 2h02	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:30PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 02:40PM	Arrival Time 03:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:53PM	Arrival Time 04:40PM	Duration 1h47	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $28
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:58PM	Arrival Time 05:00PM	Duration 2h02	Departure days Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 04:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:10PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:15PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:23PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 1h42	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:30PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 03:40PM	Arrival Time 04:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:53PM	Arrival Time 05:35PM	Duration 1h42	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:10PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:23PM	Arrival Time 06:02PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:30PM	Arrival Time 05:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:40PM	Arrival Time 05:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 04:45PM	Arrival Time 06:25PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:53PM	Arrival Time 06:32PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:00PM	Arrival Time 06:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:10PM	Arrival Time 05:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:23PM	Arrival Time 07:02PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:30PM	Arrival Time 06:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 05:40PM	Arrival Time 06:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:50PM	Arrival Time 07:29PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:00PM	Arrival Time 07:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:10PM	Arrival Time 06:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:15PM	Arrival Time 07:55PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:20PM	Arrival Time 07:59PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:30PM	Arrival Time 07:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 06:40PM	Arrival Time 07:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:50PM	Arrival Time 08:29PM	Duration 1h39	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:00PM	Arrival Time 08:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:10PM	Arrival Time 07:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:20PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:30PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:40PM	Arrival Time 08:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 07:45PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:50PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:00PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:10PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:20PM	Arrival Time 09:55PM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:30PM	Arrival Time 09:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 08:40PM	Arrival Time 09:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:50PM	Arrival Time 10:25PM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:00PM	Arrival Time 10:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:10PM	Arrival Time 09:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:15PM	Arrival Time 10:55PM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:20PM	Arrival Time 10:55PM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:30PM	Arrival Time 10:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 09:40PM	Arrival Time 10:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:50PM	Arrival Time 11:25PM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:00PM	Arrival Time 11:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:10PM	Arrival Time 10:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:18PM	Arrival Time 11:50PM	Duration 1h32	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:30PM	Arrival Time 11:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:40PM	Arrival Time 11:25PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 10:45PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 1h40	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:48PM	Arrival Time 12:20AM	Duration 1h32	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:00PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:10PM	Arrival Time 11:55PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:28PM	Arrival Time 01:00AM	Duration 1h32	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $22
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:30PM	Arrival Time 12:55AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:34PM	Arrival Time 03:00AM	Duration 3h26	Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun	Cheapest price $39
Operator Flibco	Departure Time 11:40PM	Arrival Time 12:25AM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $24

Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Wednesday, April 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Flibco	4:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	5:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	4:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	5:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	4:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	6:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	5:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	6:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	5:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	5:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	5:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	6:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	5:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	7:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	5:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	6:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	6:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	7:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	6:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	6:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	6:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	7:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	6:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	7:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	6:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	7:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	7:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	8:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	7:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	8:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	7:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	7:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	7:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	8:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	7:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	8:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	7:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	8:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	8:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	8:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	8:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	10:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	8:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	9:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	8:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	9:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	9:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	10:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	9:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	9:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	9:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	9:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	9:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	10:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	10:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	11:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	10:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	11:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	10:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	10:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	11:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	10:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	11:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	10:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	12:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	11:00 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	12:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	11:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	11:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	11:30 PM London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station)	1h25	12:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	11:30 PM London Waterloo (WAT)	1h40	1:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Flibco	11:40 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station	0h45	12:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	1:15 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h30	2:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	1:45 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h30	3:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	2:15 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h30	3:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	2:35 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h30	4:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	2:55 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	4:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	3:15 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	4:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	3:35 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	5:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	3:55 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	5:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	4:15 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	5:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	4:45 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	6:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	5:15 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	6:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	5:45 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	7:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	6:15 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h35	7:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	6:45 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h45	8:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	7:20 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h45	9:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	7:50 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h50	9:40 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	8:20 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h50	10:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	8:50 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h45	10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	9:20 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h45	11:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	9:50 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h45	11:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	10:23 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h47	12:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	10:53 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h47	12:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	11:23 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h47	1:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	11:53 AM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h47	1:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	12:28 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h47	2:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	12:58 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h47	2:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	1:28 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h52	3:20 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	1:58 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	1h57	3:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	2:28 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	2h02	4:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	2:58 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	2h02	5:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	3:23 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	2h02	5:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NXA8	3:53 PM London, York Road (London Eye)	2h02	5:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport

United Kingdom

Buses from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport run on average 63 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by train.

There are 62 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:17, the last at 23:28. The fastest bus covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 32m.

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

Train from $18 (€14)

Distance

31 miles (50 km)

Average bus duration

1h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

$19 (€15)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 32m

First bus

1:17 AM

Last bus

11:28 PM

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Wed

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $18 (€14)

Bus providers: National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Flibco, Abellio London from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport with National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Flibco, Abellio London for as low as $18 (€14). 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 32m

Cheapest Price

$19 (€15)

National Express frequency

13 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.

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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 20m

Cheapest Price

$22 (€18)

Airport Bus Express Ltd frequency

130 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

Flibco frequency

80 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.

flibco

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 19m

Cheapest Price

$21 (€17)

flibco frequency

78 a day

Abellio London

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 48m

Abellio London frequency

11 a day

FAQs: Bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as $19 (€15) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport is $25 (€20) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport is 1h 32m to travel the 31 miles (50 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 1:17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 11:28 PM.

Yes, there are 62 direct buses a day from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport with National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Flibco. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

When taking a bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, flibco, Flibco, Abellio London for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A day trip to London Stansted Airport from London Waterloo (WAT) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 32m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport is May.

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

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport:

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.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport for bus company National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd, Flibco.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport 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.
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.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport.

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

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.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport:

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.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport. 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 Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd.

Since neither London Waterloo (WAT) nor London Stansted Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users.

The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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