London Waterloo to Stansted Airport: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
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Bus from London Waterloo to Stansted Airport
Looking for a transfer to the airport? You can take the coach from London Waterloo to Stansted Airport from £7 one-way*.
Plus, with up to 49 services a day, there are plenty of departures from Waterloo to choose from, the fastest of which will get you to the airport door in just 1 hour 22 mins. You can book now using the blue journey planner above and get going on the first leg of your trip!
Our London Waterloo to Stansted Airport services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Departing from London Waterloo
London Waterloo is surrounded by shops, bars and restaurants to enjoy before your journey. Sitting right in the heart of London, it's a great location to fuel up before travelling.
The stop is served by several tube lines, as well as South Western Railway lines, so arriving for your coach journey couldn't be easier.
Arriving at Stansted Airport
To ensure a stress-free travel experience we recommend you get to the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure time.
Once you've left the coach at our Stansted Airport station, you can refuel and recover before you even enter the terminal. Plus, with coffee shops, toilet facilities, newsagents and more on-site, you’ll soon be set for the next part of your trip.
For more information, take a look at our Stansted Airport coach station page.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.