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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | County Gates | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | County Gates | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | County Gates | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | County Gates | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | County Gates | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Stansted
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 5 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£22 - £90 | Average duration5h 23m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£15 - £15 | Average duration2h 10m | 8kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Stansted?
Stops in Bournemouth
- ABournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
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Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK - C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK
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According to customer reviews, the service received mixed feedback. Some customers were highly impressed with the friendly and efficient driver, while others had a negative experience due to rude and offensive behavior from the driver.
National Express Bournemouth Stansted recent customer reviews
The driver was rude and very offensive told me that I didn’t have a booking just terrible
Annette F.
On time. Friendly Drivers.
Anita N.
Very impressed, driver was very friendly and efficient. Would highly recommend
Judy S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bournemouth to Stansted
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Stansted start from £22. The average price for this route is around £46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bournemouth to Stansted?
The average bus journey time from Bournemouth to Stansted is 5h 23m, covering a distance of 124 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 13m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bournemouth to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Stansted at 01:32. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bournemouth to Stansted?
A bus journey from Bournemouth to Stansted produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Stansted was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bournemouth to Stansted as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £26 to £74 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-11-29.
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