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Ashmolean Museum
The University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology, the oldest public museum in the UK, featuring art and antiquities from around the world.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Oxford without transferring at least 2 times.
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G00887Omio 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 $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$60 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Oxford:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Oxford costing on average $60 (€49).
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-28.79 (€-23.25). The journey takes 2h 14m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Oxford trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P66177+ C37346+ C00849 | On time 8:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 10:45 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66201+ C37354+ W34876 | On time 8:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 11:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66223+ C38477+ C01227+ G00863 | On time 9:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 11:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66223+ C38477+ Y15436 | On time 9:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 11:45 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66245+ C38519+ C33062 | On time 9:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 12:18 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66268+ C38555+ C01226+ G00867 | On time 10:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 12:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66365+ C38324+ C00835 | On time 12:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 2:45 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66365+ C38324+ C00840+ G00880 | On time 12:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h29 | 2:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66377+ C38366+ C33066 | On time 12:41 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h37 | 3:18 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66377+ C38366+ C50046+ G00715 | On time 12:41 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h26 | 3:07 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66389+ C38408+ C50040+ G00885 | On time 1:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h30 | 3:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66389+ C38408+ Y15443 | On time 1:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 3:45 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66109+ C38500+ C33205 | On time 7:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 9:45 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66132+ C38539+ C00861 | On time 7:41 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h33 | 10:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66156+ C38578+ C33206 | On time 8:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h36 | 10:45 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66180+ C38217+ W34742 · GW313900 | On time 8:41 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 11:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66204+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Marylebone+ L38578 | On time 9:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h17 | 12:26 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P66226+ C36915+ C00122 · GW411300 | On time 9:41 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h44 | 1:25 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 6:41 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
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The University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology, the oldest public museum in the UK, featuring art and antiquities from around the world.
Renowned for its collections of archaeology and ethnography from all parts of the world, located within the Museum of Natural History.
Home to Oxford University's collections of geological and zoological specimens, situated in a stunning neo-Gothic building.
The oldest botanic garden in Britain, home to an impressive collection of plants and exotic species.
Commonly referred to as 'The High', this street is famous for its elegant architecture and central location within the city.
Extensive parkland owned by the University of Oxford, offering beautiful walking trails and picnic spots.
A quintessentially English afternoon snack, Cream Tea consists of tea served with scones, clotted cream, and jam.
Traditional British dish. Deep-fried fish in batter served with thick-cut fries.
Distinctly flavored sausages known for their seasoning of sage, thyme, and nutmeg.
Traditional pub with a cozy atmosphere, serving French cuisine alongside British classics.
Elegant dining by the river with contemporary European dishes. Ideal for punting trips.
Historic pub known for being frequented by the Inklings, including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. Offers classic British pub food.
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10-15% in restaurants, round up in taxis, not expected in cafes.
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