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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
48 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Fast coaches
Of the 4 buses that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
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.
15:001h19
London Kings Cross (KGX)16:19Stansted Airport (SSD)
£161One-way
0 changes
19:001h19
London Kings Cross (KGX)20:19Stansted Airport (SSD)
£181One-way
0 changes
22:301h30
London Kings Cross (KGX)00:00Stansted Airport (SSD)
£181One-way
0 changes
19:302h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)21:30Stansted Airport (SSD)
£211One-way
0 changes
15:001h19
London Kings Cross (KGX)16:19Stansted Airport (SSD)
£161One-way
0 changes
19:001h19
London Kings Cross (KGX)20:19Stansted Airport (SSD)
£181One-way
0 changes
22:301h30
London Kings Cross (KGX)00:00Stansted Airport (SSD)
£181One-way
0 changes
19:302h00
London Kings Cross (KGX)21:30Stansted Airport (SSD)
£211One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 08:34
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flibco | 08:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 09:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 09:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 10:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 09:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 09:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 09:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 10:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 09:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 10:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 10:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 11:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 10:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 10:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 10:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 11:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 10:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 11:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 11:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX490 · NXA9 | On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 13:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Flibco | 11:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 11:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 11:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 12:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 11:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 12:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 13:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 12:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 12:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 12:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 13:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 12:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 13:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 13:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 13:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 13:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 13:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 13:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 14:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 15:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 14:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 14:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 15:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 14:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 15:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 15:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 16:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 15:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 15:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 15:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 16:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 15:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 16:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 16:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 17:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 16:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 16:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 16:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 17:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 16:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 17:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 17:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 17:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 17:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 17:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 18:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 17:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 18:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 18:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 18:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 18:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 18:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 19:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 20:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 19:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 19:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 20:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 19:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 20:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 20:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 21:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 20:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 20:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 20:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 20:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 21:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 21:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 21:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 21:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 22:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 21:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 22:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 23:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 22:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 22:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 22:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 23:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 22:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 23:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 23:00 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 00:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 23:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 23:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 23:30 London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station) | 1h25 | 00:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 23:40 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0h45 | 00:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA1 · NX737 | 23:45 London, Baker Street Station | 4h45 | 04:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
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Buses from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 137 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 134 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 1h 15m.
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 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 137 |
Direct buses 134 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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: Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, flibco, Flibco, London Buses, Arriva UK, Stagecoach London from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) with Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, flibco, Flibco, London Buses, Arriva UK, Stagecoach London for as low as £13. 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
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
90 a day
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.
Airport Bus Express Ltd
About
Airport Bus Express Ltd. is a UK-based bus company providing affordable and reliable airport transfer services to major London airports, including Stansted, Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and passenger satisfaction through regular vehicle maintenance. They offer both regular passenger transportation and bus rentals. Routes often include breaks for longer journeys, and while M-tickets are available on some routes, printing may be required for others. Airport Bus Express aims to provide a stress-free experience with easy online booking and connections to various transport hubs in London.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£10
Airport Bus Express Ltd frequency
115 a day
Luggage included
One large suitcase (max 20kg) and one item of hand luggage (max 10kg) are included per person.
Additional luggage
A surcharge of £5 is payable per additional suitcase or large item, if space permits.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on the coach operator and ticket type; some tickets are non-refundable.
Refund
If a service is canceled or delayed by more than 120 minutes, passengers have the right to alternative transport or a full ticket refund.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
The coaches are PSVAR-compliant, indicating accessibility features.
Flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£14
Flibco frequency
87 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£16
flibco frequency
83 a day
London Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£19
London Buses frequency
3 a day
Arriva UK
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£14
Arriva UK frequency
1 a day
Stagecoach London
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Stagecoach London frequency
27 a day
FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is £15; 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 coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is 40 min to travel the 29 mile long trip, with around there are 135 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) leaves at 23: 45.
There are 135 coaches a day from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) which require at least one change with Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, London Buses, Arriva UK or Stagecoach London. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Airport Bus Express Ltd, National Express, London Buses, Arriva UK or Stagecoach London. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Stansted Airport (SSD) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Stansted Airport (SSD) from London Kings Cross (KGX) is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Stansted Airport (SSD) from London Kings Cross (KGX) including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD), follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, luggage for the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
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