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Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village
Open-air reconstructed motte-and-bailey castle and living-history village with period buildings and roaming animals; the village’s signature heritage attraction.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakham 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 Oakham to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 17 trains that leave Oakham for Stansted Mountfitchet on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakham to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $95, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$95 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $95 (€76) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-65.64 (€-52.93). The journey takes 2h 8m versus 1h 32m 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 Oakham to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:47 PM Oakham | 8h03 | 5:50 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
![]() | 5:51 AM Oakham | 2h30 | 8:21 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:43 AM Oakham | 2h33 | 9:16 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Oakham | 2h10 | 9:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Oakham | 2h03 | 10:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:42 AM Oakham | 2h10 | 11:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:43 AM Oakham | 2h09 | 12:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:42 AM Oakham | 2h10 | 1:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Oakham | 2h12 | 2:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:41 PM Oakham | 2h11 | 3:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Oakham | 2h12 | 4:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Oakham | 1h57 | 5:37 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:40 PM Oakham | 2h10 | 6:50 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Oakham | 2h09 | 7:50 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:46 PM Oakham | 2h06 | 8:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:43 PM Oakham | 2h09 | 9:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:43 PM Oakham | 2h09 | 10:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Oakham to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€76) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€76) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:26 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Stansted Mountfitchet — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stansted Mountfitchet trip today.
Open-air reconstructed motte-and-bailey castle and living-history village with period buildings and roaming animals; the village’s signature heritage attraction.
Large toy museum beside the castle, displaying extensive collections of dolls, trains, teddy bears and childhood memorabilia from different eras.
Historic parish church with medieval origins, notable for its long local history and traditional village setting near the centre of Stansted Mountfitchet.
Main historic village street lined with period buildings, independent shops and access to key heritage sights; the natural place to start exploring.
Area around the castle complex with elevated village views and a strong medieval atmosphere, especially popular for photos and short walks.
Nearby woodland area popular for walking and a nature break from the village centre, especially appealing to local families and dog walkers.
A hearty pub pie filled with slow-cooked beef in ale gravy, common across Essex and the wider East of England. It is a classic comfort dish often served with mash or chips.
Fresh battered fish with chips is a British staple widely enjoyed in Essex. It is especially popular as a casual meal in pubs and takeaways around market towns and villages.
Traditional sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. This comforting dish is a familiar feature on pub menus in Stansted Mountfitchet and surrounding Essex.
A long-established local restaurant in the village known for polished British and European cooking in a relaxed brasserie setting.
Well-known local restaurant focused on grilled meats and hearty mains, popular for casual dinners and a lively atmosphere near the station area.
Historic coaching inn in the centre of Stansted Mountfitchet serving traditional pub food and drinks in a characterful old-English atmosphere.
Costs are high by UK standards due to airport demand. Pubs and chains are moderate; hotels and airport dining cost more.
Service is often included in restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service.
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