The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Bishop's Stortford
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bishop's Stortford will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Bishop's Stortford on Fri, Feb 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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 train and bus for London to Bishop's Stortford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bishop's Stortford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Bishop's Stortford bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bishop's Stortford buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 PM London | 2h00 | 9:30 PM Bishop's Stortford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM London | 2h15 | 12:25 AM Bishop's Stortford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM London | 1h30 | 12:00 AM Bishop's Stortford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM London | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Bishop's Stortford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM London | 1h19 | 12:19 PM Bishop's Stortford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Bishop's Stortford by train or bus
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Why should you book London to Bishop's Stortford buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd or Stagecoach London to find the best option for your trip from London to Bishop's Stortford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, National Express, Airport Bus Express Ltd or Stagecoach London to find the best option for your trip from London to Bishop's Stortford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Bishop's Stortford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Bishop's Stortford
Buses from London to Bishop's Stortford run on average 87 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 86 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 87 |
Direct buses 86 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, flibco, Stagecoach London, Airport Bus Express from London to Bishop's StortfordYou can travel by bus between London to Bishop's Stortford with Megabus, Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, flibco, Stagecoach London, Airport Bus Express for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Airport Bus Express Ltd
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Stagecoach London
Airport Bus Express
FAQs: Bus from London to Bishop's Stortford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Airport Bus Express Ltd
- The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Bishop's Stortford
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the coach station, with services operating 24/7.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus: Express Train: Stansted Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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