Stansted Airport

How to get to Stansted Airport

Service 723 – From Harlow Town Fast and Direct

From 22 February 2026, customers will also be able to travel to Stansted Airport using Arriva Service 723. This new route will provide an additional airport connection and give customers a fast and direct service from Harlow Town Centre via the M11, with a journey time of just 30 minutes. Plus it’s currently just £3 per adult single journey.

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Why Travel to Stansted Airport by Bus?

Travelling to Stansted Airport by bus is a convenient, cost-effective alternative to driving or arranging airport transfers. By choosing Arriva:

  • Avoid expensive airport parking fees
  • Enjoy direct drop-off at the airport coach station
  • Travel comfortably with reliable, scheduled services
  • Reduce congestion and your environmental impact

Whether you’re heading off on holiday or returning home, Arriva’s Stansted Airport bus services make getting to and from the airport simple and stress-free.

Bus Services to Stansted Airport

Stansted Airport is one of London’s major international airports, located around 40 miles north-east of central London near Stansted Mountfitchet in Essex. As London’s third-busiest airport, Stansted serves over 180 destinations across Europe, Asia and North Africa, making it a popular choice for both leisure and business travellers.

Arriva Bus Routes Serving Stansted Airport

Arriva operates several regular bus services that provide direct and convenient connections to Stansted Airport from towns across Hertfordshire and Essex. Our buses arrive and depart from the Stansted Airport Coach Station, giving passengers easy access to the terminal building.

Current Arriva bus services to Stansted Airport include:

509 and 510 – Ideal for passengers travelling to and from Harlow and surrounding areas
309 – Direct bus service connecting Thorley and Bishop’s Stortford with Stansted Airport

Bus services to Stansted Airport

309 Thorley Park to Stansted Airport
509/510 Harlow to Stansted Airport

What is the best bus service to Stansted Airport? 
The best bus to Stansted Airport depends on where you’re travelling from. The 723 Harlow to Stansted Airport service is a fast, direct route from Harlow Town Centre with a journey time of about 30 minutes. The 309 Thorley Park to Stansted Airport and 509/510 Harlow Town to Stansted Airport also provide convenient airport connections across Hertfordshire and Essex. 

Where is the bus station at Stansted Airport? 
The Stansted Airport bus station is located within the airport’s coach station, where Arriva services arrive. The bus and coach station is outside the terminal, approximately a two-minute walk from the entrance. 

Can I buy bus tickets to Stansted Airport online? 
Yes. Stansted Airport bus tickets are available to buy online through the Arriva website and app. Manage tickets, plan journeys and check live service updates for your journey to or from the airport to make sure you arrive on time. 

How often do buses run to and from Stansted Airport? 
Frequency varies by route. The 723 service provides regular connections to the airport each day, while the 509 and 510 operate through the day and night between Harlow and Stansted Airport. Check Stansted Airport bus timetables for up-to-date travel information and plan your journey. 

Is there a direct bus to Stansted Airport? 
Yes, several direct bus routes serve Stansted Airport. Arriva services connect Harlow and Bishop’s Stortford with the airport, as well as more towns across Hertfordshire and Essex. 

What bus routes serve Stansted Airport? 
The main bus routes that serve Stansted Airport are: 

Where are the bus stops located at Stansted Airport? 
Arriva services operate from the Stansted Airport Coach Station, a short distance from the terminal entrance. Arriva services arrive at Bay 15. 

Is taking a bus to Stansted Airport cheaper than the train? 
For local journeys to the airport, travelling by bus can be cheaper than travelling on the train. Travelling to the airport by bus also offers a stress-free alternative to driving and parking, with no drop-off or pick-up charges. 

What time does the first and last Stansted Airport bus service run? 
Operating times vary by route, but the 723 and 509/510 services run 24 hours a day. The 309 operates early-morning and late-evening routes. Between all our airport services, you can find transport to and from the airport no matter when you depart or land. 

How do I get from the Stansted Airport bus station to the terminal? 
Buses to Stansted Airport arrive at the Stansted Airport coach station, located directly outside the terminal.