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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 19 Mar

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

2 h 41 m

Average duration

2 h 49 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.

Fast trains

To travel from London Stansted Airport to Oxford you need to make at least 2 changes.

Abellio Greater AngliaP46656+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+Great Western RailP30043
08:252h53
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:18Oxford station (OXF)
£411One-way
2 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaP46680+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+Great Western RailP22888
08:552h47
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:42Oxford station (OXF)
£411One-way
2 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaP46704+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+Great Western RailP22692
09:282h49
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:17Oxford station (OXF)
£431One-way
2 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaP46668+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+Great Western RailP22654+CrossCountryC72316
08:412h57
Stansted Airport (SSD)
11:38Oxford station (OXF)
£551One-way
3 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaP46704+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+Great Western RailP30252+CrossCountryC75359
09:282h41
Stansted Airport (SSD)
12:09Oxford station (OXF)
£581One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

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 £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 105 km

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Coach

£60

Average Price

£35

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Cheapest

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

3h 48m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Oxford train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 18 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_angliaP46644+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+great_westernP29860+cross_countryC75357
On time
08:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h59
11:10 Oxford station (OXF)
3 changes
greater_angliaP46656+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+great_westernP30043
On time
08:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h53
11:18 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
greater_angliaP46668+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+great_westernP22654+cross_countryC72316
On time
08:41 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h57
11:38 Oxford station (OXF)
3 changes
greater_angliaP46680+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+great_westernP22888
On time
08:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h47
11:42 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
greater_angliaP46704+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+great_westernP22692
On time
09:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h49
12:17 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
greater_angliaP46704+assertis_tubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+great_westernP30252+cross_countryC75359
On time
09:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2h41
12:09 Oxford station (OXF)
3 changes

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Oxford trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Tfl Rail, Stansted Express and more offer trains services from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Tfl Rail or Stansted Express to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Tfl Rail or Stansted Express to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Oxford

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 2h 30m.

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 train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 30m
First train
06:28
Last train
21:28
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Tfl Rail, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Oxford trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Chiltern Railways, Tfl Rail, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Oxford from £17. 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 30m
Cheapest Price
£17
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 40m
Cheapest Price
£40
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 1m
Cheapest Price
£74
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

Tfl Rail

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Price
£42
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Stansted Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£83
Stansted Express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Oxford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Oxford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Oxford covers a distance of 105 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is 105 km.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to Oxford leaves at 6:28.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to Oxford departs at 21:28.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Oxford run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
To get from London Stansted Airport to Oxford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from London Stansted Airport to Oxford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with some stretches of countryside.
A day trip from London Stansted Airport to Oxford is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 30m and the distance is 105 km. However, there are 7 trips available per day for trains.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries. Tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology. Enjoy the diverse plant collections at the Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest in the UK. Explore the Covered Market to browse local shops and eateries. Climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Don't miss the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
To fully experience Oxford, including its historic university, museums, and picturesque streets, a 2 to 3-day visit is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from London Stansted Airport to Oxford.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Oxford

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Oxford
Amenities at train station
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 transport 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 transport 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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