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Today2 Aug
Tomorrow3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$38
Tue5 Aug
from US$31
Wed6 Aug
Thu7 Aug
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth University (o/s Students' Union)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Stansted
    Destination location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth University (o/s Students' Union)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Stansted
    Destination location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth University (o/s Students' Union)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Stansted
    Destination location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth University (o/s Students' Union)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Stansted
    Destination location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 August at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: Portsmouth University (o/s Students' Union)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Stansted
    Destination location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Stansted

Bus
Average priceUS$28 - US$80Average duration5h 16m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$19 - US$19Average duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Portsmouth to Stansted

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 5 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
5h 16mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portsmouth to Stansted: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$56
Average bus trip duration5h 16m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure03:05
Distance96 miles
Latest bus departure19:55

Portsmouth to Stansted Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Portsmouth - Stansted

  1. How far is Stansted from Portsmouth by coach?

    The journey from Portsmouth to Stansted by coach covers an approximate distance of 95 miles (153 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Stansted from Portsmouth without a car?

    You can reach Stansted from Portsmouth by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/08
US$28
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04/08
US$36
05/08
US$29
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Stansted was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Portsmouth to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-08-05.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Portsmouth to Stansted.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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