- Recommended
Museum of the Home at Audley End
Historic house museum displaying family rooms, furniture, and service areas. A rewarding visit for social history and period interiors.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
CHF28
Average ticket price on Sep 23
CHF35
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 37 m
Buses on Sep 23
16
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Stansted will cost around CHF35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF28.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 16 buses from Norwich to Stansted, including 14 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
NX491 · NX727
NX491 · NX727
NX728
NX728
NX727
NX727
NX727
NX727
NX491 · NX727
NX727Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF37, while a train costs an average of CHF42.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF37 Average price Cheapest | CHF42 Average price | CHF36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Stansted:
A bus is CHF5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Stansted costing on average CHF42.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 59m.
Tickets start at around CHF37 compared to roughly CHF36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF-1.56. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 1h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:02AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:57AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:17AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:02AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h38 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:47AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h53 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:47PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:47PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF31 |
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Stansted buses for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX728 | 4:05 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 3h10 | 7:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 11:35 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 2h45 | 2:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 11:47 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 2h33 | 2:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
NX727 | 1:50 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 2h45 | 4:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 2:02 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 2h33 | 4:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 3:45 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 2h45 | 6:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 3:57 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 2h33 | 6:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 5:50 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 3h00 | 8:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 7:15 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 2h50 | 10:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 | 10:05 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 3h00 | 1:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX491 · NX727 | 10:10 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 2h55 | 1:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX491 · NX727 | 10:25 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 2h40 | 1:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 | 11:45 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 3h00 | 2:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX728 | 1:30 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 3h35 | 5:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX728 | 1:55 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 3h10 | 5:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX728 | 3:40 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 3h35 | 7:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Norwich to Stansted run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF18 but you can travel from only CHF14 by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF18 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:24 AM |
Last bus 11:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Stansted — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stansted trip today.
Historic house museum displaying family rooms, furniture, and service areas. A rewarding visit for social history and period interiors.
Independent gallery focused on North West Essex artists, with changing exhibitions in a compact town setting near Stansted.
Living-history museum with reconstructed medieval buildings, crafts, and domestic displays. Good for hands-on context around regional history.
Formal and landscaped gardens beside Audley End House, with wide lawns, riverside scenery, and walking routes suitable for a relaxed half-day visit.
Historic village centre with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and easy station access. A pleasant base for exploring around Stansted.
Historic hilltop town centre with winding streets, timber-framed houses, and open views. Ideal for a scenic walk and local character.
Traditional English breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausage, beans, tomato and toast. A classic hearty morning meal widely eaten across Essex and England.
Battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas. A staple British takeaway and pub dish popular across Essex.
Slow-cooked beef in dark ale gravy under a pastry lid. A comforting pub pie linked to English brewing and countryside cooking.
Historic coaching inn restaurant in Stansted Mountfitchet offering British and European dishes in a polished but comfortable atmosphere.
Traditional pub near the airport serving British classics, grills and drinks in a relaxed village setting popular with travellers and locals.
Airport hotel restaurant and bar serving dependable international and British favourites, useful for convenient dining before or after flights.
More affordable than central London, but airport-area hotels, rail fares, and dining still make short stays moderately priced for most tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, often just small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Norwich to Stansted buses use the Norwich, Bus Station to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Norwich, University Of East Anglia is 4 km from Norwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Norwich, University Of East Anglia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeterias and food outlets available on campus.
Available on campus for students and staff. ATMs are aTMs located on campus.
Ticket office support is available at Norwich, University Of East Anglia.
Available at Norwich, University Of East Anglia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich, University Of East Anglia: Most buildings and paths are wheelchair accessible.
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