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What is the best way to travel from Watford to London Stansted Airport?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to London Stansted Airport from Watford. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 35m
$20
$22
42
Car
1h 20m
$8
$8
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What is the cheapest way to reach London Stansted Airport from Watford?

You can get to London Stansted Airport with just $8 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
from $20
Thursday
from $20
Friday
from $24
Saturday
from $20
Sunday
from $20
Monday
from $20
Tuesday
from $8

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    5:55 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    4:50 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    4:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    7:40 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    5:10 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    5:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    8:50 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    2:55 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    6:40 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 20m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Watford
    10:50 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $8
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    2:30 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    6:40 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    3h 11m
    0
    11:59 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    3:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    4:50 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    11:45 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    3:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    5:10 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27

What are the fastest trips from Watford to London Stansted Airport?

You can get to London Stansted Airport from Watford in just 1h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 1h 35m
Thursday
from 1h 35m
Friday
from 3h 5m
Saturday
from 1h 35m
Sunday
from 1h 35m
Monday
from 1h 35m
Tuesday
from 1h 20m

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    5:55 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    4:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    7:40 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    5:10 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    3h 15m
    0
    5:35 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    8:50 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    4:50 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    2:55 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    6:40 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    2:55 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    4:30 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    7:45 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    3:30 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:20 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 20m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Watford
    10:50 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $8
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    5:10 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    3h 11m
    0
    11:59 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    3:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    11:45 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    3:10 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    3h 30m
    0
    4:50 AM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    8:20 AM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    2:30 PM
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    6:40 PM
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Watford to London Stansted Airport

What are the most popular stations in Watford and London Stansted Airport?

In Watford, you will usually depart from Gap, Carpenders Park Station or Bushey Station, while in London Stansted Airport you will be arriving at London Stansted Airport or Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to London Stansted Airport from Watford? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Watford and London Stansted Airport, you can pay as low as $8 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to London Stansted Airport in just 1h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Watford and London Stansted Airport are National Express and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Watford and London Stansted Airport is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bushey or to Elsenham, and look at flights from Farnborough Airport, and landing at Cambridge Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Watford to London Stansted Airport?

The most popular companies between Watford and London Stansted Airport, are National Express and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

All you need to know when you travel from Watford to London Stansted Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Watford to London Stansted Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Watford to London Stansted Airport

How can I reach London Stansted Airport from Watford?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to London Stansted Airport from Watford.

How far is London Stansted Airport from Watford?

The distance between Watford and London Stansted Airport is 31.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Watford and London Stansted Airport?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 12 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Watford to London Stansted Airport?

You can get to London Stansted Airport with just $8 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford to London Stansted Airport?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to London Stansted Airport in just 1h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Watford and to London Stansted Airport

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Watford and to London Stansted Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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