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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea. Traveling by bus from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea usually takes around 2 hours and 55 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $36.08 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea. National Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 1 | 2h 56m | $36.08 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 53 kilometers from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea. It leaves the station in Stansted at 5:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Stansted to Southend-on-Sea; ticket prices start at $62.35.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Stansted?
Main departure station: Stansted Airport London (STN)
Most buses depart from the main station in Stansted.
All bus stations in Stansted:
Stansted Airport London (STN)
Where does the bus arrive in Southend-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: 21 Sutherland Blvd
All buses from Stansted arrive at one main station in Southend-on-Sea.
Bus stations in Southend-on-Sea:
21 Sutherland Blvd
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