Airport Bus Express Reviews 137

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driver was punctual, friendly and well presented. We forgot a phone on the coach and were able to get in touch seamlessly to organise for it to be posted to us. Having the same driver for our to and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best transfer service ever! I’ve been using their services for years and this year (as always) they were impeccable! Punctual, kind, respectful, they guide and assist you step by step, always av... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stansted airport bus express should have their license revoked for dishonest business practices. They knowingly mislead vulnerable travellers and grossly oversell tickets. The agent in the airport wil... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bus was late. Said it runs every half an hour. I started waiting at 2.05 in the morning. Bus didn't run till 3.05 am! Ridiculous service when you are cold and tired! They are £1 cheaper than national... See more

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  1. Bus and Coach Company

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Who are we? It's simple - we're the people who help you Start Your Journey with great deals on bus tickets from London to the capital's four major airports. Fast. Easy. Cheap. Three things we know you want, so we're here to make sure every journey begins as smoothly as possible with a state-of-the-art online booking system that's easy to use. On our website, you can find airport bus transfer tickets at great prices, including early booking discounts, reduced return tickets, and low fares for younger travellers. You tell us where you want to go and when, and we'll give you the best deals on airport transfer tickets that match your requirements. Not sure when you're travelling? That's okay; we've made it flexible, too, so you can change your booking and still get a guaranteed seat at the airport when you want. Why choose us? Sure, there are lots of online booking sites. But what makes us different from the rest? It's because we understand the business from the inside, and we know exactly what our customers want. We've made it simple and fuss-free to find the right journey from anywhere in London, whether you're travelling to Stansted via Stratford or Whitechapel, or Heathrow via Earl's Court.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely experience

Driver was punctual, friendly and well presented. We forgot a phone on the coach and were able to get in touch seamlessly to organise for it to be posted to us. Having the same driver for our to and from which was on different days was helpful to our group travel at the end of July.
Thank you.

July 29, 2025
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Many thanks for your feedback! Really pleased we found your phone and got it back to you. Looking forward to travelling with you again. The ABE Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best transfer service ever!

The best transfer service ever! I’ve been using their services for years and this year (as always) they were impeccable! Punctual, kind, respectful, they guide and assist you step by step, always available! Their buses are clean, comfortable, and spacious! Every summer, at least 100 students travel with them, and we have always been extremely satisfied! I truly recommend relying on them for your transfers and your trips!

July 27, 2025
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Hi many thanks for your feedback. Really pleased you had great transfer!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Coach Trip to Bedford for Athletics

Our Sports Club has used this provider for a number of Youth Fixtures this season and the drivers have been friendly and the coaches are new, clean and well equipped. They are decent value for money and have always turned up on time.

July 27, 2025
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

It was an absolute pleasure! Many thanks for your great feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Luton Airport Transfer - Great service!

I booked an airport transfer on the Airport Bus Express website for my recent trip to Luton airport. The booking service was quick and easy to use and they made it clear when and where the bus was picking me up. They seem to have a good selection of route and ticket options 😊 Thanks for a great trip!

July 19, 2025
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Many thanks for the lovely message - the ABE Team really appreciated your feedback!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst customer service ever with this…

Worst customer service ever with this company, after being refused entry on a bus that we pre booked, we contacted customer service about a refund, as we did not get to use our tickets, we had to make alternative arrangements to get to the airport, we emailed n the 29th December 2024, explaining what happened and how rude the bus driver was, today is the 8th January 2025 and we have not received any reply from them. My advice to public is keep clear of this service.

December 29, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent, fast service. Comfy seats too

January 9, 2025
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Chris,

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our excellent and fast service, as well as our comfortable seats. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon.

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recommended

Unlike National Express this company has polite drivers and staff - recommended

December 10, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Passenger,

Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience with our team. 😊

Kind regards,
Abe team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I never write reviews but I needed to…

I never write reviews but I needed to write one about this service. DO NOT RELY ON THIS BUS!!!!
I waited at the bus stop for 40 minutes and no bus arrived (according to the timetable 2 buses should have passed during this time). I was on the phone to customer service (called 6 times before getting an answer) who said the bus should be there but it wasn’t. Had to pay £60 for an Uber to the airport instead.

Don’t bother with this unreliable service - you will waste your time and money

November 27, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Harriet,

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and frustration you faced while waiting for our bus service. We deeply regret that we did not meet your expectations and acknowledge the disruption this caused to your travel plans.

To help address this, we’d like to confirm that a full refund for your bus ticket has been processed. Please allow a few business days for the refund to reflect in your account.

Your feedback is invaluable, and we are actively reviewing our service schedules and customer support processes to prevent such situations in the future. We appreciate your patience and understanding and hope you’ll give us another opportunity to serve you better.

Kind regards,
ABE Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David helped me get my luggage

November 13, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear passenger,

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that our team, especially David B, was able to assist you promptly and reunite you with your luggage. Safe travels, and thank you for choosing Airport Bus Express!

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you DAVID B & Thanks airport bus express

I am very happy today and very satisfied with Airport Bus Express, today I forgot my phone in the bus and now I see that Airport Bus Express service is very fast and with honest staff I got my phone in just 30 minutes. . DAVID B He got my phone He gave me my phone with a nice talk I'm very happy. Thank you very much DAVID B Thank you very much Airport Bus Express

November 4, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear passenger,

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that our team, especially David B, was able to assist you promptly and reunite you with your phone. Your satisfaction and trust mean a lot to us, and we’re proud to have such dedicated and honest staff. Safe travels, and thank you for choosing Airport Bus Express!

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service

Poor customer service. Information on the website is incorrect, the people who answer the calls just wanna hung up on you. They do not respond to emails either. First and last time I’m booking with them

October 27, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Passenger,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.

It appears there may have been a misunderstanding, as we haven't identified any previous emails from you. To ensure we can assist you, please feel free to reach out to us at info@airportbusexpress.co.uk or call us at 01279 661575.

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not use Airport bus Express service

I am appalled by the shocking service I received on the Airport Bus Express on October 6, 2024. As a passenger with disabilities, I faced not just neglect but outright rudeness from the driver.

After boarding in my wheelchair, I discovered the onboard toilet was locked. When I politely asked the driver twice to unlock it, he refused and mockingly suggested I “urinate outside.” This level of disrespect is unacceptable.

The driver, displayed a complete lack of customer service skills, treating me with disdain instead of empathy. His behavior was not just rude; it was degrading and humiliating. By the time we reached our destination, I had an accident due to his negligence.

This experience was not just disappointing, it was traumatic. A company of this size should prioritise the needs of all passengers, especially those with health conditions. They have ignored my emails, hanging up on my phone calls, rude over the phone. I urge others to think twice before using this service, as it clearly lacks compassion and basic decency.

October 6, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear passenger,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We sincerely apologise for the discomfort and inconvenience you faced during your trip, especially considering your medical condition.
We have carried out an intensive investigation into this event and have found that the restroom on this coach was unusable, however the behaviour of the driver was totally unacceptable. The driver in question in this instance was from one of our agencies, we have spoken to them and will not be hired again.
As a gesture of goodwill, we would like to offer a full refund as a token of our apology. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us on info@airportbusexpress.co.uk and we will do everything we can to make your future journeys with us as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Once again, we deeply regret the situation and appreciate your feedback which helps us improve.

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick response for lost items

Amazing customer service who reacted so quick and got my lost item returned within hours. Absolutely great! I had some valuables that I was very grateful to receive back.

July 28, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our customer service team. Ensuring that lost items are quickly returned to their owners is something we take very seriously, so we're glad we could help you recover your valuables so promptly.

Best regards,
Abe team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer care

My bus was perfectly on time and I found great assistance from Airport bus express staff. Unfortunately after having left the bus I realized I left my handbag with all my documents on it and found great help in recovering it, particularly from Giulia and Momana. They both went above and beyond to reassure me that they would find the bag and indeed they did.

June 28, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Passenger,

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our staff and that Giulia and Momana were able to assist you in recovering your handbag. We strive to provide excellent customer care and are glad we could help make your journey smoother.

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bus was late

Bus was late. Said it runs every half an hour. I started waiting at 2.05 in the morning. Bus didn't run till 3.05 am! Ridiculous service when you are cold and tired! They are £1 cheaper than national express. Do they really want to market themselves as a service that is smidgen cheaper but extremely unreliable, particularly after a late flight when a punctual service is most needed?!!! The man who sold the ticket to me said they faster and cheaper than National Express. There was a National Express that left 45 minutes earlier that I had to miss. Such an unreliable service and dishonest selling is borderline fraudulent!

June 23, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Customer,

We appreciate your efforts in sharing this issue with us. Your feedback holds great importance, and we are committed to delving deeper into the matter to better understand and address your concerns.

To safeguard your privacy, we kindly ask you to contact us directly at info@airportbusexpress.co.uk. Our dedicated team stands ready to assist you and initiate a thorough investigation into the raised issues.

Kind Regards,
ABE Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor service and too slow to drive

Poor service and too slow to drive , the whole journey driver was talking on the phone. Dated 18/6/24 , 5pm bus from Stratford to stansted

June 18, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Customer,

We appreciate your efforts in sharing this issue with us. Your feedback holds great importance, and we are committed to delving deeper into the matter to better understand and address your concerns.

To safeguard your privacy, we kindly ask you to contact us directly at info@airportbusexpress.co.uk. Our dedicated team stands ready to assist you and initiate a thorough investigation into the raised issues.

Kind Regards,
ABE Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I want to thank Airportbusexpress for…

I want to thank Airportbusexpress for their professionalism and accurate trip schedules. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Special thanks to Mohamed Hassan Abdille for helping me find my lost AirPods which I forgot on bus trip last week and to Ms. Julia for making the ticketing process smooth. It was a great experience, and I will definitely travel with you again. Thank you all!

June 3, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Ahmed Shehab,

Thank you for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience with Airport Bus Express. We’ll pass on your appreciation to Mr Mohamed and Ms. Julia. We look forward to serving you again soon!

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It’s been an early start

It’s been an early start, having to get up at 4, to leave my hotel in ischia at 5.30am. Arriving at London at 2pm, quite exhausted. Natalia at Airpot Bus Express at London Stansted Airport has been very helpful, pleasant and efficient. I’m now on my way to Stratford.

June 3, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear John,

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad that Natalia in London Stansted provided you with excellent service during your long journey.

Thank you for choosing Airport Bus Express

Best regards,
Abe Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

V good journey...fast efficient and…

V good journey...fast efficient and reliable. 45 mins from Stansted to Stratford. Comfy seats and friendly staff.

May 31, 2024
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Reply from Airport Bus Express

Dear Passenger,

Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Airport Bus Express! We're thrilled to hear that you had a very good journey with us and found our service fast, efficient, and reliable. It's great to know that you appreciated the comfy seats and friendly staff.

We look forward to welcoming you on board again soon!

Best regards,
Abe Team.

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