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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Stansted to Watford. Traveling by coach from Stansted to Watford usually takes around 3 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (49 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 9m |
| Cheapest price | £32.27 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Stansted to Watford?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stansted to Watford. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 3h 17m | £32.27 |
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 coach takes an average of 3 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 30 miles from Stansted to Watford. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 9 minutes. 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all coaches from Stansted to Watford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Stansted?
Main departure station: Stansted Airport London (STN)
Most coaches depart from the main station in Stansted.
All coach stations in Stansted:
Stansted Airport London (STN)
Where does the coach arrive in Watford?
Main arrival station: Watford Junction
All coaches from Stansted arrive at one main station in Watford.
Coach stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
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