Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$31

Average price

$40

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

5 h 7 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Bournemouth on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 195 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .

On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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
    7:55 PM5h05
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    1:00 AMBournemouth
    $311One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    6:55 PM5h05
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    12:00 AMBournemouth
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:35 PM5h10
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    12:45 AMBournemouth
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $28.

Distance: 121 miles (195 km)

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Driving

$38

Average price

Cheapest

$51

Average price

$53

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth is a bus with an average price of $38 (€31).

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth:

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth costing on average $51 (€41).

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bournemouth including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth among Omio's users.
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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.

Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
09:46AM
Duration
5h16
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
09:31AM
Duration
4h51
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:45AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
4h45
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$80
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
10:46AM
Duration
5h16
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:40AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
11:25AM
Duration
4h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$86
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:05AM
Arrival Time
12:10PM
Duration
5h05
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
02:16PM
Duration
5h16
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
02:46PM
Duration
5h41
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:15AM
Arrival Time
04:05PM
Duration
5h50
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$87
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
6h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
07:25PM
Duration
6h10
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:55PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
5h30
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$97
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
08:55PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:10PM
Arrival Time
09:56PM
Duration
5h46
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
10:05PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$86
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
11:33PM
Duration
5h18
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55PM
Arrival Time
12:00AM
Duration
5h05
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
12:25AM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$86
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:25PM
Arrival Time
12:05AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$75
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
12:45AM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
5h05
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
01:45AM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:05PM
Arrival Time
02:05AM
Duration
5h00
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:05PM
Arrival Time
03:15AM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
9h30
Departure days
Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:50PM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
9h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Sun
Cheapest price
$31

Live departures

Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express4:30 AM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h16
9:46 AM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express5:30 AM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h16
10:46 AM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express9:05 AM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h41
2:46 PM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express12:15 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
6h35
6:50 PM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express3:15 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h40
8:55 PM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express7:35 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h10
12:45 AM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express8:35 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h20
1:55 AM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express9:05 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h00
2:05 AM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect
National Express10:05 PM Stansted Mountfitchet
5h10
3:15 AM Bournemouth0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth

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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:32, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 4h 51m.

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
121 miles (195 km)
Average bus duration
3h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€21)
Buses per day
34
Fastest bus
4h 51m
First bus
12:32 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
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 from Stansted Mountfitchet to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as $25 (€21). 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
4h 51m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€21)
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.

FAQs: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth can start from as little as $25 (€21) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth is $38 (€31) ; 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth is 4h 51m to travel the 121 miles (195 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth leaves at 12:32 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 34 buses a day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bournemouth. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bournemouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Bournemouth from Stansted Mountfitchet is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Bournemouth including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bournemouth are:
  • Bournemouth Beach, a popular sandy beach stretching for miles with a pier and various water activities
  • Bournemouth Pier, a Victorian-era pier offering entertainment, dining, and panoramic views of the coastline
  • Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, a historic house museum featuring a diverse collection of art and artifacts
  • Bournemouth Gardens, a series of beautiful gardens perfect for leisurely walks and picnics
  • St. Peter's Church, a historic church known for its stunning architecture and the resting place of Mary Shelley.
The best things to do in Bournemouth include:
  • Oceanarium, an aquarium featuring marine life from various global habitats
  • Lower Gardens, a well-maintained public park with floral displays and seasonal events
  • Boscombe Chine Gardens, a picturesque garden with a mini-golf course and water play area
  • Hengistbury Head, a nature reserve ideal for hiking and birdwatching
  • Bournemouth Aviation Museum, an interactive museum dedicated to the history of aviation.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth:
  • 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Stansted Mountfitchet nor Bournemouth 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Bournemouth 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.
In Bournemouth, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like beaches and nightlife spots. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and fake charity collectors. It's advisable to use licensed taxis, keep valuables secure, and stay vigilant in busy public places to ensure safety.
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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