Bus from Southwark to Stansted Airport
1 direct route · about 98 min · it runs at night, 01:19–23:33.
Next buses to Stansted Airport as of 12:35
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Southwark, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A8 | National Express | ~98 min | 47 | Sat 47 · Sun 47 | 01:19 | 23:33 | Southwark St /Blackfriars Road (eastbound) | Coach Station (Bay 7) | City of London |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southwark on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every A8 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Southwark to Stansted Airport?
The A8 (National Express) runs directly from Southwark to Stansted Airport. Board at Southwark St /Blackfriars Road (eastbound) and get off at Coach Station (Bay 7); the journey takes about 98 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Southwark to Stansted Airport?
Around 98 minutes on the A8, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at City of London on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Southwark to Stansted Airport?
Only night services run directly: it runs at night, 01:19–23:33. Check the route timetables for which nights they run.
How much is the bus from Southwark to Stansted Airport?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.