Oxford to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Nov 08

Cheapest price

$100

Average price

$100

Fastest journey

2 h 39 m

Average duration

2 h 42 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford to London Stansted Airport will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Oxford to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least 2 times.

Great Western RailG05036+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81736
08:30AM2h42
Oxford station (OXF)
11:12AMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1001One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailG05035+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81708
08:00AM2h44
Oxford station (OXF)
10:44AMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1001One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailG05761 · G06814+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81720
08:05AM2h52
Oxford station (OXF)
10:57AMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1001One-way
3 transfers
CrossCountryK40789+Great Western RailG04961+Tfl RailP07776+Abellio Greater AngliaY10358
09:16AM2h41
Oxford station (OXF)
11:57AMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1001One-way
4 transfers
CrossCountryK40790+Great Western RailG04959+Tfl RailP07707+Abellio Greater AngliaY10349
08:18AM2h39
Oxford station (OXF)
10:57AMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1001One-way
4 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Oxford to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. 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 €27, and a train costs an average of €47.

Distance: 65 miles (105 km)

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Bus

€80

Average price

€40

Average price

Cheapest

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

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30m

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Live departures

Oxford to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:49 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cross_countryC23546+tfl_railP07414+greater_angliaY81734
On time
8:16 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h55
11:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 transfers
great_westernP08565+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81750
On time
8:47 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h40
11:27 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 transfers
great_westernP08566+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81766
On time
9:00 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h44
11:44 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 transfers
great_westernP09884 · P08174+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81772
On time
9:04 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h53
11:57 AM Stansted Airport (SSD)
3 transfers
great_westernP08567+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81778
On time
9:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h39
12:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 transfers
cross_countryC23811+great_westernP08447+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81784
On time
9:42 AM Oxford station (OXF)
2h45
12:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Oxford to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 2h 23m.

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
Bus from $33 (€27)
Distance
65 miles (105 km)
Average train duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$58 (€47)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 23m
First train
07:00
Last train
20:32
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
Bus from $33 (€27)

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways from Oxford to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Oxford and London Stansted Airport from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
$58 (€47)
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
$100 (€82)
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
$103 (€84)
Chiltern Railways frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Oxford to London Stansted Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to London Stansted Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The distance by train from Oxford to London Stansted Airport is 65 miles (105 km).
A day trip from Oxford to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 23m. Trains run 7 times per day.
The first train from Oxford to London Stansted Airport leaves at 7:00 AM.
The last train from Oxford to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:32 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Oxford to London Stansted Airport.
The train journey from Oxford to London Stansted Airport is not particularly known for its scenic views, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas.
Train ticket prices from Oxford to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $58 (€47), while the average price is around $98 (€80).
The cheapest way to get from Oxford to London Stansted Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $33 (€27).
The train from Oxford to London Stansted Airport takes 2h 23m and runs 7 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Oxford to London Stansted Airport.
There is no high speed train available from Oxford to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford to London Stansted Airport.

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Popular train stations from Oxford to London Stansted Airport

Oxford
London
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WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Oxford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
  • Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Within the station building
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Oxford Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.

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