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Arrive in as little as 50 minutes | From just £7 one-way* | Departures up to every 20 minutes
Book in advance and travel from just £7 one-way*
Reach Stratford in as little as 50 minutes, 24/7
Departures up to every 20 minutes, right from the terminal door
A direct journey straight to Stratford with no changes and no hassle (unlike the train)
We were trusted for over 8m airport transfers last year and have over 73,000 5* reviews on TrustPilot
Get a guaranteed seat & a generous luggage allowance. No standing in the train aisles with your bags
As the nation’s leading airport transfer service, National Express provides a seamless link between Stansted and East London. Arrive in Stratford in as little as 50 minutes from just £7 one-way*, with departures up to every 20 minutes from right outside the terminal door.
We drop you at Stratford City Bus Station, located right next to Westfield Shopping Centre. You’ll be just minutes away from the Jubilee, Central, DLR, and Elizabeth lines, providing effortless connectivity to get you exactly where you need to be.
Because we operate 24/7, we are the reliable choice for those late-night or early-morning arrivals. While other transport options aren't running yet, our coaches provide a constant, dependable link to ensure you reach your destination without delay.
Enjoy a stress-free journey with a guaranteed seat and a generous luggage allowance, meaning no standing in crowded train aisles with your bags. With the freedom to travel 3 hours either side of your booked time, we are the perfect choice if you’re held up at passport control or your plans change. We offer a direct journey that avoids the hassle of train changes and platform-hopping with your luggage, making your transfer home simple and reliable.
Frequent flyers seeking reliable Stansted to Stratford connections for flights that land at any hour trust our 24/7 schedule. We provide a constant, dependable link even when other transport options have finished for the day or aren't running yet.
The top choice for travellers wanting affordable transport to Stratford while protecting their holiday budget. Starting from just £7 one-way*, we offer a cost-effective alternative to expensive trains and taxis, giving you a high-value transfer into East London without the premium price.
Whether you are families looking for stress-free travel or a group of friends returning from an adventure, our 33% group discount is the smartest choice. It’s the easiest way to keep the whole party together and reach your destination for even less.
Business travellers needing quick Stansted to Stratford transfers to East London’s tech hubs can stay productive with a guaranteed seat. Avoid the discomfort of standing on a crowded train after your flight; instead, use our free Wi-Fi and power sockets to catch up on emails or relax as you travel into the capital.
Ideal for anyone arriving into the UK with heavy bags or multiple suitcases. Our direct service drops you in the heart of East London, saving you from the train changes and platform-hopping with your luggage that you’d face if travelling by rail.
Don’t worry if you're held up at passport control or your flight is delayed. You can travel on any similar high-frequency service to Stratford 3 hours before or after your booked journey time, subject to availability. For even more flexibility, add ‘Change & Go’ for just £5 one-way to board any coach 12 hours either side of your time, or choose our Fully Flexible ticket for unlimited amendments right up to your scheduled departure time.
Lock in our lowest prices from £7 one-way* by booking early and avoid the busy ticket desk queues in the Arrivals Hall. You can save even more on your overall journey when you book a return ticket, ensuring your travel is sorted before you even land.
When several flights land at once, our popular services to Stratford can fill up fast. Booking in advance ensures your seat is waiting for you right outside the terminal door, so you can get on the road and back to your home or hotel as quickly as possible.
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We are the nation’s largest airport transfer service and were recently named "Best Airport Transfer Service" at the British Transport Awards. Trusted to complete over 8 million annual transfers, we are backed by more than 73,000 5-star reviews.
Departing 24/7 from right outside the terminal door up to every 20 minutes throughout the day. Reach Stratford in as little as 50 minutes, providing a constant, dependable link even in the middle of the night.
Unlike the train, which often requires a change at Tottenham Hale, we offer direct journeys from the terminal straight to Stratford City Bus Station. You can sit back and relax without the hassle of platform-hopping or changing services with heavy luggage.
Every ticket comes with a guaranteed seat and a generous luggage allowance. Our coaches feature air conditioning, onboard toilets, and free Wi-Fi and power sockets to keep you connected and comfortable.
Fares start from just £7 one-way*. Save even more when you book a return ticket or enjoy 33% off when travelling in a group of four or more. Plus, by travelling with us, you’ll avoid those expensive airport car pick-up charges.
Travelling from Stansted with friends or family? Enjoy a 33% discount on one-way tickets when you book for a group of 4 or more together. It is the smartest way to start your holiday for even less. Conditions apply. One-way journeys only.
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Departs up to every 20 minutes throughout the day. Our most frequent link to East London, offering a fast and reliable transfer from the airport into the city.
First coach: 00:05. Last coach: 23:45. Distance: 49 kilometers (to Stratford).
London stops include:
Stratford, Canary Wharf, Bow, Mile End, Whitechapel, Liverpool Street and Bethnal Green.
Our coach station is located just a short walk from the arrivals hall and is equipped with everything you need, including toilets and refreshment points. Before you head to the station, the terminal offers plenty of options to grab a snack or drink after your flight. For more details on the layout, visit our Stansted Airport coach station page.
To ensure a smooth boarding process, we recommend arriving at your departure bay at the coach station at least 10 minutes before your coach is scheduled to leave. This gives our drivers plenty of time to help load your luggage and ensures we depart on schedule for your journey to East London.
We depart from right outside the terminal door. This is the most convenient and stress-free way to leave the airport with your bags, getting you on the road to Stratford as quickly as possible.
We drop you at Stratford City Bus Station, located right next to Westfield Shopping Centre. Our stop is located at Stop 20 on Montfichet Road (E20 1EH), near the Westfield Car Park C entrance. What3Words: ///paying.leap.tides
Once you arrive, you are just minutes away from the Jubilee, Central, DLR, and Elizabeth lines. Whether you are heading home or to a local hotel, our drop-off point makes it simple to transition to the final leg of your journey.
Departs up to every 30 minutes throughout the day. This route serves key locations across West and Northwest London, dropping you off much closer to your home or hotel than the train.
First coach: 00:15. Last coach: 23:55. Distance: 65 kilometers (to Paddington).
London stops include:
Golders Green, Finchley Road & Frognal, Finchley Road, St. John’s Wood, Baker Street, and Paddington.
Departs up to every 30 minutes throughout the day. Connecting you from the airport terminal door directly to major transport hubs and the heart of the city.
First coach: 00:10. Last coach: 23:50. Distance: 67 kilometers (to Victoria.)
London stops include:
Tottenham Hale, Stamford Hill, Dalston, Shoreditch, Liverpool Street, Southwark, Waterloo, and Victoria (Central London).
Heading off on a new trip? If you are looking for a fast, frequent, and affordable transfer from the heart of East London right to the terminal door, we have you covered.
Your ticket includes one large suitcase for the hold and one item of soft hand luggage to carry onboard. If you need a little more room for your trip, it is easy to pay for extra items when you book your ticket.
View our full luggage policyOur Change & Go add-on allows you to board any coach to and from your chosen location for just £5 each way, on Standard and Fully Flexible tickets. You can switch to another service within the 24 hour flexibility period (12 hours pre-departure or 12 hours post-departure), subject to availability.
Our lowest fares start from just £7 one-way when booked in advance. These seats offer unbeatable value, but if they have already been snapped up, our standard on-the-day fares still offer a fantastic, low-cost alternative to a taxi or the train. Groups of 4 or more can also save 33% on their journey, with prices from just £11.40 per person.
Fares from Stansted Airport to Stratford City Bus Station start from £7 one-way* for early bookings. To lock in the best value, we recommend booking via our website. By signing up for ‘My Account’, you can also enjoy zero booking fees and manage your tickets easily in one place.
National Express provides a reliable 24/7 service from the airport to Stratford City. Our A9 service runs throughout the night with departures up to every 20 minutes. We pick you up from right outside the terminal door and drop you in the heart of East London in as little as 50 minutes.
Because we operate a 24/7 schedule, there is no "first" or "last" coach from Stansted. We provide a constant link to Stratford City Bus Station day and night. To see the full A9 timetable and find the departure that best fits your landing time, simply use our journey planner above.
The journey to Stratford City Bus Station is quick and direct, taking as little as 50 minutes. We provide a simple, direct journey that gets you straight into East London without the need for platform-hopping or train changes.
The coach is a highly convenient way to travel with bags. Unlike the train, which often requires a change at Tottenham Hale, our service is direct. Your driver helps load your bags into the hold right outside the terminal door, and you don't have to worry about them again until you reach Stratford. Every ticket includes a generous luggage allowance and a guaranteed seat.
If you are held up at passport control or baggage reclaim, you can travel on any similar high-frequency service 3 hours before or after your scheduled time, subject to availability. Simply speak to our team or driver at the airport coach station. For absolute flexibility, you can add ‘Change & Go’ to your fare for £5, allowing you to board any coach 12 hours either side of your time.
If there is rail disruption or engineering works, National Express is the reliable alternative. We operate 24/7 regardless of rail strikes or unplanned delays. Our coaches provide a guaranteed seat and a direct route to Stratford, ensuring you reach your destination without the uncertainty of rail cancellations.
Our coaches arrive at Stratford City Bus Station, Stop 20, located directly outside the Westfield Shopping Centre. This drop-off point gives you immediate access to world-class retail and dining options, perfect for grabbing a meal or shopping right after your flight.
Stratford is a major hub offering effortless connectivity to the rest of the capital. Once you arrive, you are just minutes away from the Jubilee, Central, DLR, and Elizabeth lines, making it simple to transition to the final leg of your journey.
Most of our coaches on this route feature free Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat, as well as air conditioning and onboard toilets. Whether you are catching up on emails or relaxing after your flight, we strive to make your 50-minute transfer as comfortable as it is reliable.
Yes, you can buy tickets at our dedicated desks or machines located in both Baggage Claim and the Arrivals Hall. However, to secure our lowest £7 one-way* fares and guarantee your seat, we recommend booking in advance via our website. Booking through ‘My Account’ also ensures you pay zero booking fees.
Sign up or log in to My Account today and save on our usual £1.50 booking fee, as well as enjoying a host of other great benefits.
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