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London Stansted Airport to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 30 Jan

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

4 h 44 m

Average duration

4 h 44 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Oxford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 44 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.

National Express
16:104h44
London Stansted Airport
20:54Oxford
£351One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 105 km

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Train

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£74

Average Price

4h 18m

Average total duration

3h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

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30m

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Great Western Rail

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Oxford coaches for today, Thursday 29 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express16:10 London Stansted Airport
4h42
20:52 Oxford0 changesdirect
national_express19:25 London Stansted Airport
4h25
23:50 Oxford0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Oxford

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Oxford run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 3h 40m.

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
Distance
105 km
Average bus duration
3h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
35
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
00:00
Last bus
22:00
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

Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to OxfordYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Oxford with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
33 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Oxford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Oxford can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Oxford is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is 3h 40m to travel the 105 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford leaves at 0:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Oxford from London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Oxford including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Oxford

London
Oxford
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
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