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House on the Hill Toy Museum
Large toy museum in nearby Stansted Mountfitchet with extensive collections of dolls, teddy bears, model railways, and vintage games. A popular family-friendly stop close to the airport.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Loughborough 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 Loughborough to London Stansted Airport will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Loughborough to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
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NX440 · NX777Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough to London Stansted Airport costing on average $68 (€55).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 18m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). 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.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to London Stansted Airport buses for tomorrow, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX465 · NXA6 | On time 2:25 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 5h20 | 7:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 6:05 AM Loughborough, University | 3h45 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 6:15 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 3h35 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 7:40 AM Loughborough, University | 4h10 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 7:45 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 4h05 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 9:45 AM Loughborough, University | 4h15 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 9:50 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 4h10 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 11:45 AM Loughborough, University | 4h00 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 11:50 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 3h55 | 6:45 PM 6:45 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | On time 3:40 PM Loughborough, University | 4h05 | 7:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX440 · NX777 | On time 3:45 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 4h00 | 7:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Loughborough to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 18:15. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 6:15 PM |
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Airport prices are higher than in town. Snacks and coffee are costly, while sit-down meals are notably expensive for most travelers.
Service is usually included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. No tip needed for counter service. Round up taxi fares if helpful.
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