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Ashmolean Museum
The University of Oxford’s world-class museum of art and archaeology, known for major collections from Ancient Egypt to modern art.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford without transferring at least 2 times.
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C36903Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford 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 10m. 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 $26, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.36 (€-21.50). The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 50m 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P76288+ C37024+ G14960+ G00875 | On time 10:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h46 | 1:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66314+ C38520+ Y15421 | On time 11:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h25 | 1:42 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P76300+ C37062+ G14962+ G00879 | On time 11:52 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h45 | 2:37 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66363+ C38203+ Y15423 | On time 12:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h26 | 2:43 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P76311+ C36903+ G14964+ G00887 | On time 12:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h46 | 3:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66387+ C38286+ Y15425 | On time 1:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h25 | 3:42 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P76323+ C36945+ G14965+ G00891 | On time 1:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h46 | 4:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66154+ C38483+ Y15440 | On time 8:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h23 | 10:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P76407+ C37045+ G14974 · C47853 | On time 8:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h00 | 11:52 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P66202+ C38561+ Y15441 | On time 9:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h39 | 11:56 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
P76419+ L37882+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to Farringdon · Tube from Farringdon to London Marylebone | On time 9:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h26 | 1:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
P76431+ C38269+ W34937 | On time 10:52 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h59 | 1:51 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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The University of Oxford’s world-class museum of art and archaeology, known for major collections from Ancient Egypt to modern art.
A distinctive anthropology and archaeology museum famous for densely displayed cases of global cultural objects and scientific curiosities.
Oxford’s main natural history museum, noted for dinosaur skeletons, scientific specimens, and the striking neo-Gothic building.
A central historic street lined with major university buildings, bookstores, and classic Oxford views ideal for first-time visitors.
Often considered one of England’s most beautiful streets, with elegant facades, churches, and college entrances.
The ceremonial heart of historic Oxford, surrounded by landmark buildings and one of the city’s most photographed spaces.
A historic local pork sausage, traditionally seasoned with sage and sometimes veal or beef, long associated with Oxfordshire pubs and colleges.
A famous Oxfordshire pastry from nearby Banbury, filled with spiced currants and raisins in flaky pastry; a classic regional sweet treat.
A traditional thick-cut orange marmalade associated with the city’s breakfast tables and old English pantry traditions.
An established restaurant in a Victorian glasshouse, serving Mediterranean-leaning dishes in one of Oxford’s most distinctive dining rooms.
A respected fine-dining restaurant by the river, known for elegant European cooking, strong wine selection, and a refined Oxford occasion atmosphere.
A well-known historic riverside pub outside central Oxford, popular for classic British dishes, Sunday roasts, and a scenic traditional atmosphere.
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