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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF)

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$41

Average price

$46

Fastest journey

3 h 45 m

Average duration

3 h 58 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) 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 station (OXF) will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Oxford station (OXF) on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 106 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.

  • National Express
    10:00 PM3h45
    London Stansted Airport
    1:45 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:35 PM4h15
    London Stansted Airport
    11:50 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:00 AM3h50
    London Stansted Airport
    10:50 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    9:00 PM3h45
    London Stansted Airport
    12:45 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $461One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    2:15 PM4h58
    London Stansted Airport
    7:13 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $511One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $16.

Distance: 65 miles (106 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$45

Average price

Cheapest

$52

Average price

$31

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).

This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF):

A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) costing on average $52 (€43).

The fastest way to travel from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 16m.

Other travel options to Oxford station (OXF) take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Oxford station (OXF) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -2h -48m sooner (3h 45m by bus vs 1h 57m by car) and save roughly $-13.75 (€-11.25) compared to fuel and tolls ($45 (€37) vs $31 (€25)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by National Express.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
04:40AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:30AM
Arrival Time
05:46AM
Duration
4h16
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:45AM
Arrival Time
07:15AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15AM
Arrival Time
09:08AM
Duration
4h53
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
09:44AM
Duration
4h44
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
10:18AM
Duration
4h48
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:45AM
Arrival Time
10:53AM
Duration
5h08
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
11:43AM
Duration
5h28
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$56
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
12:43PM
Duration
5h28
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
12:05PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:40AM
Arrival Time
02:48PM
Duration
5h08
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:40AM
Arrival Time
05:17PM
Duration
5h37
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
05:41PM
Duration
5h31
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
06:05PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
07:31PM
Duration
5h21
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:15PM
Arrival Time
07:13PM
Duration
4h58
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:40PM
Arrival Time
07:55PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
08:17PM
Duration
5h02
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:45PM
Arrival Time
08:51PM
Duration
5h06
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
09:01PM
Duration
4h56
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
10:29PM
Duration
4h49
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15PM
Arrival Time
11:05PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$44
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
11:50PM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
12:32AM
Duration
4h37
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
12:45AM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:05PM
Arrival Time
01:29AM
Duration
4h24
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
01:45AM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:05PM
Arrival Time
02:34AM
Duration
4h29
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:35PM
Arrival Time
02:54AM
Duration
4h19
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
02:54AM
Duration
4h04
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
03:03AM
Duration
4h03
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$56
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
03:33AM
Duration
4h03
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:50PM
Arrival Time
03:54AM
Duration
4h04
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$48

Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express7:00 AM London Stansted Airport
3h50
10:50 AM Oxford station (OXF)0 transfersDirect
National Express2:15 PM London Stansted Airport
4h58
7:13 PM Oxford station (OXF)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF).

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF)

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) run on average 61 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.

There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 3h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $16 (€13)
Distance
65 miles (106 km)
Average bus duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$26 (€21)
Buses per day
61
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
3h 45m
First bus
4:30 AM
Last bus
10:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $16 (€13)

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) with National Express for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
National Express frequency
60 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) 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 station (OXF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) can start from as little as $26 (€21) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) is $45 (€37) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) is 3h 45m to travel the 65 miles (106 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) leaves at 4:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) leaves at 10:50 PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct buses a day from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oxford station (OXF). You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Oxford station (OXF) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Oxford station (OXF) from London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Oxford station (OXF) including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF).
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither London Stansted Airport nor Oxford station (OXF) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Stansted Airport to Oxford station (OXF) among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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