Bus from Stansted Airport to Waterloo (London)
1 direct route · about 105 min · first bus 05:00, last bus 01:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Waterloo (London) as of 07:13
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Stansted Airport, 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 | ~105 min | 44 | Sat 44 · Sun 44 | 05:00 | 01:30 | Coach Station (Bay 27) | Waterloo Station (southbound) | City of London |
Times are for the first boarding point in Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport to Waterloo?
The A8 (National Express) runs directly from Stansted Airport to Waterloo. Board at Coach Station (Bay 27) and get off at Waterloo Station (southbound); the journey takes about 105 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Stansted Airport to Waterloo?
Around 105 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 Stansted Airport to Waterloo?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:00 and the last around 01:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Stansted Airport to Waterloo?
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.