The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Oxford
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 30 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Oxford on Wed, Apr 15, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 15 the direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Apr 15 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NXA8 · OLOXT9:40 AM5h08Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station2:48 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$621One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · OLOXT3:45 PM5h06Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station8:51 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$621One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · OLOXT4:05 PM4h56Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station9:01 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$621One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · OLOXT2:10 PM5h21Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:31 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$621One-way1 transfer
NXA8 · OLOXT3:15 PM5h02Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station8:17 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$621One-way1 transfer
NX7371:00 AM3h40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station4:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$651One-way0 transfers
NX73710:00 PM3h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:45 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$651One-way0 transfers
NX7377:30 PM3h45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:15 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$651One-way0 transfers
NX7379:15 AM3h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$651One-way0 transfers
NX73711:30 AM3h50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station3:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station$651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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$48 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Stansted Airport to Oxford Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:54AM | Duration 4h24 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 09:08AM | Duration 4h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:44AM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:52AM | Duration 4h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:18AM | Duration 4h48 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:53AM | Duration 5h08 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:43PM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:18PM | Duration 4h48 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:46PM | Duration 4h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 5h08 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:44PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:14PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:17PM | Duration 5h37 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:57PM | Duration 5h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:41PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:24PM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:43PM | Duration 4h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 5h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:17PM | Duration 5h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:51PM | Duration 5h06 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:01PM | Duration 4h56 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:29PM | Duration 4h49 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 12:32AM | Duration 4h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:59AM | Duration 4h24 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:29AM | Duration 4h24 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 02:34AM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 02:54AM | Duration 4h19 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:03AM | Duration 4h03 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:33AM | Duration 4h03 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:54AM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Oxford buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, April 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX737 | Delayed 9:10 AM 12:00 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h40 | 5:05 AM 5:05 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | Delayed 8:40 AM 12:30 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h24 | 4:54 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA6 · OLOXT | On time 1:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h30 | 6:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA6 · OLOXT | On time 3:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h53 | 8:08 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | Delayed 8:40 AM 4:00 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h44 | 8:44 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | Delayed 8:40 AM 4:30 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h48 | 9:18 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | Delayed 8:40 AM 4:45 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h08 | 9:53 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | Delayed 9:10 AM 6:00 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h55 | 9:55 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | Delayed 8:40 AM 6:15 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h28 | 11:43 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:15 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h50 | 12:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 8:40 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h08 | 1:48 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 10:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h50 | 2:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 10:40 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h37 | 4:17 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 11:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h31 | 4:41 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 1:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h05 | 5:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 1:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h21 | 6:31 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 1:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h15 | 6:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 2:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h02 | 7:17 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 2:45 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h06 | 7:51 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 3:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h56 | 8:01 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 4:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h05 | 8:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 4:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h49 | 9:29 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 5:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h50 | 10:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 6:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h45 | 10:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 6:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h37 | 11:32 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 7:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h24 | 11:59 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 8:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h24 | 12:29 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 | On time 9:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h45 | 12:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 9:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h19 | 1:54 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · OLOXT | On time 10:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h04 | 2:54 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford
Buses from London Stansted Airport to Oxford run on average 44 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to OxfordYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Oxford with National Express for as low as $24 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Oxford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Radcliffe Camera, an iconic circular library building and a symbol of Oxford University
- Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in Europe with an extensive collection of books and manuscripts
- Christ Church College, a historic college known for its stunning architecture and connections to Harry Potter
- Ashmolean Museum, the University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology with diverse collections
- Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in the UK featuring a wide variety of plants and themed gardens.
- Visit the University of Oxford, explore the historic colleges and libraries of one of the world's oldest universities
- Tour the Ashmolean Museum, discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology at Britain's first public museum
- Walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden, enjoy the diverse plant collections in the oldest botanic garden in the UK
- Explore the Covered Market, browse through a variety of local shops and eateries in this historic market
- Climb the Carfax Tower, get panoramic views of Oxford from the top of this central landmark.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport to Oxford
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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