How to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford

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Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford

Omio 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 train, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, while a bus costs an average of $41.

Distance: 62 miles (101 km)

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$41

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$40

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$30

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4h 20m

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3h 50m

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2h 37m

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2h 7m

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1h 50m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Great Western Railway

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is a train with an average price of $40 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford:

A train is $0.58 (€0.47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford costing on average $41 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $30 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.92 (€-8.83). The journey takes 3h 50m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford

How to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Great Western RailwayY15415+Elizabeth lineC36953+Greater AngliaP76236
    5:52 AM2h51
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    8:43 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $541One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Great Western RailwayY15415+Elizabeth lineC36953+Greater AngliaP76236
    5:52 AM2h51
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    8:43 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $541One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayY15403+Greater AngliaP67522+Elizabeth lineC38300
    10:17 AM2h26
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    12:43 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $951One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayY15400+Elizabeth lineC38535+Greater AngliaP66176
    8:17 AM2h26
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    10:43 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $951One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15424+Greater AngliaP66364+Elizabeth lineC38462
    12:17 PM2h26
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    2:43 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $951One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15426+Elizabeth lineC38543+Greater AngliaP66388
    1:17 PM2h27
    Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)
    3:44 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $951One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNXA8 · OLOXT
    11:00 PM4h03
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    3:03 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA8 · OLOXT
    8:35 PM4h18
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    12:53 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA8 · OLOXT
    9:05 PM4h23
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    1:28 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford

Travel to Oxford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is a train with an average price of $40 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford:

A train is $0.58 (€0.47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford costing on average $41 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 20m.

The distance from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is approximately 62 miles (101 km).
The average frequency per day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford is:
  • Around 47 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stansted Mountfitchet and Oxford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Oxford by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Stansted Express to go to Oxford by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford:
  • 8 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cambridge, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oxford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oxford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries, tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive art and archaeology collection, and walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden to enjoy diverse plant collections. Don't miss exploring the Covered Market with its local shops and eateries, and climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Some of the best sights include the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College.
For a fulfilling experience in Oxford, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its historic colleges, museums, and picturesque city center.
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