Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$44

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h

Buses per day

2

Distance

101 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Oxford for Stansted Mountfitchet on Wed, Dec 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 03 the direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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
07:00AM4h20
Oxford
11:20AMStansted Mountfitchet
$361One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:00AM5h40
Oxford
01:40PMStansted Mountfitchet
$521One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €75.

Distance: 62 miles (101 km)

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Train

€36

Average price

Cheapest

€76

Average price

4h 23m

Average total duration

3h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Great Western Rail

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:36AM
Arrival Time
04:35AM
Duration
3h59
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:50AM
Arrival Time
04:30AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:15AM
Arrival Time
05:35AM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:36AM
Arrival Time
05:35AM
Duration
3h59
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:15AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:36AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
4h19
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:36AM
Arrival Time
07:55AM
Duration
4h19
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05AM
Arrival Time
07:45AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15AM
Arrival Time
08:55AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:36AM
Arrival Time
08:55AM
Duration
4h19
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:45AM
Arrival Time
09:25AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$44
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15AM
Arrival Time
09:55AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:36AM
Arrival Time
09:55AM
Duration
4h19
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:06AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
4h24
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:40AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:49AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
4h16
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:04AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
4h26
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:36AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
4h24
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:09AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
4h21
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:08AM
Arrival Time
02:40PM
Duration
5h32
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:12AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
4h23
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:40AM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
5h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:41AM
Arrival Time
02:40PM
Duration
4h59
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:14AM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
4h56
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:45AM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:09AM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
5h01
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:33AM
Arrival Time
04:35PM
Duration
5h02
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:40AM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:48AM
Arrival Time
05:05PM
Duration
5h17
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
05:35PM
Duration
5h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:24PM
Arrival Time
05:05PM
Duration
4h41
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:51PM
Arrival Time
05:35PM
Duration
4h44
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:19PM
Arrival Time
06:05PM
Duration
4h46
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:48PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
4h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:05PM
Arrival Time
05:55PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:12PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
5h23
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:17PM
Arrival Time
07:05PM
Duration
4h48
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:44PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
4h51
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
08:05PM
Duration
5h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:32PM
Arrival Time
08:05PM
Duration
4h33
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:56PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
4h34
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:21PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
4h39
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:43PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
4h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
5h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
5h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:31PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
4h29
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:01PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
4h29
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
10:40PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:57PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
4h33
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
11:55PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:27PM
Arrival Time
11:55PM
Duration
4h28
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
12:25AM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:01PM
Arrival Time
12:25AM
Duration
4h24
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
01:25AM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:01PM
Arrival Time
01:25AM
Duration
4h24
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:35PM
Arrival Time
02:25AM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:58PM
Arrival Time
02:25AM
Duration
4h27
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:15PM
Arrival Time
02:55AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:40PM
Arrival Time
02:55AM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:55PM
Arrival Time
03:25AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:15PM
Arrival Time
03:55AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:18PM
Arrival Time
03:25AM
Duration
4h07
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:38PM
Arrival Time
03:55AM
Duration
4h17
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45PM
Arrival Time
04:15AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54

Live departures

Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:34 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express7:00 AM Oxford
4h20
11:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet0 transfersDirect
national_express8:00 AM Oxford
5h40
1:40 PM Stansted Mountfitchet0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Buses from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.

There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 3h 40m.

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
Distance
62 miles (101 km)
Average bus duration
3h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
$26 (€21)
Buses per day
35
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:50
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

Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to Stansted MountfitchetYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet with National Express for as low as $26 (€21). 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 40m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
National Express frequency
34 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.

Buses from Oxford to Stansted

The historic university city in the heart of England has regular direct bus connections with Stansted Airport in Essex, offering a convenient and economical alternative to the train for students and leisure travelers heading to the airport. National Express services provide daily direct buses seven days a week, with journey times averaging around three hours and 30 minutes. Departure times from Oxford include overnight services to coincide with early morning flights from Stansted as well as morning, afternoon and evening buses.

Which bus companies travel from Oxford to Stansted?

UK national bus company National Express provides daily direct bus services from Oxford Gloucester Green bus station and Oxford High Street to Stansted Airport. In addition, it also offers some indirect connections, with one change required en route at London Victoria Coach Station.

How long is the bus from Oxford to Stansted?

The fastest bus connection for the 90-mile road route east from Oxford to Stansted airport is three hours and 11 minutes, but other direct services take from three hours and 15 minutes to just over four hours, depending on the departure time from Oxford and traffic density. Indirect connections via London take around five hours to reach the airport.

How many buses are there from Oxford to Stansted?

There are eight daily direct connections from Oxford to Stansted Airport, seven days a week, including an overnight service leaving Oxford around 1:00 a.m. for an early arrival into Stansted. Departure times include morning, afternoon and early evening services. Daily indirect connections via London add several additional departure options throughout the day until late evening.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Oxford to Stansted?

Departure bus station: Passengers depart from either Oxford Gloucester Green Bus Station or the famous Oxford High Street. Gloucester Green Bus Station is located in the center of Oxford, with local bus routes offering public transport connections around the city. Facilities at the station include a coffee shop, snack bar, and news vendors.

Arrival bus station: All services terminate at Stansted Airport. The airport bus terminus is located close to the arrivals hall, next to the rail station, with local bus links to Bishops Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet. A wide range of facilities is available in the airport terminal including numerous dining options, coffee shops, designer fashion stores, and free WiFi.

FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet can start from as little as $27 (€21) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet is $47 (€38); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet bus time is 3 h 40 min   covering the 63 mile (101 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 12: 50AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 11: 15PM.
There are 35 buses a day from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the journey from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet you can take a bus with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Stansted Mountfitchet from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Stansted Mountfitchet including taking a bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet depends on the bus company:
  • 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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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet:
    • 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 Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet with the following bus company: National Express.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Oxford to Stansted Mountfitchet

    Oxford
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    George Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
    • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the waiting area.
    Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    • 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
    Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
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