4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Stansted
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Stansted will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Oxford to Stansted you need to make at least 2 changes.
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P663729:592h24Oxford station (OXF)12:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£441One-way2 changes- G15120+C37867+P663669:322h35Oxford station (OXF)12:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£441One-way2 changes
- W34863+C38194+P029219:002h23Oxford station (OXF)11:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£591One-way2 changes
G01000+G14898+C37422+P663609:182h37Oxford station (OXF)11:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£751One-way3 changes- Y41831 · G14897+C37803+P663238:272h40Oxford station (OXF)11:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£771One-way3 changes
- W34863+C38194+P029219:002h23Oxford station (OXF)11:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£591One-way2 changes
- W34867+C37902+P663729:592h24Oxford station (OXF)12:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£441One-way2 changes
- G15120+C37867+P663669:322h35Oxford station (OXF)12:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£441One-way2 changes
- G01000+G14898+C37422+P663609:182h37Oxford station (OXF)11:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£751One-way3 changes
- G00997+G15035+C38160+P663088:162h39Oxford station (OXF)10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£771One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Stansted 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 £17.
Distance: 104 km
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£39 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford to Stansted train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Stansted trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00997+G15035+C38160+P66308 | 8:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h39 | 10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| Y41831 · G14897+C37803+P66323 | 8:27 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h40 | 11:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| W34863+C38194+P02921 | 9:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h23 | 11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G01000+G14898+C37422+P66360 | 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h37 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| G15120+P66366+C37867 | 9:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h35 | 12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W34867+C37902+P66372 | 9:59 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h24 | 12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Stansted
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Trains from Oxford to Stansted run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Greater Anglia from Oxford to Stansted trainsGreat Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Oxford and Stansted from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Stansted train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Stansted
Most Oxford to Stansted trains use the Oxford to Stansted Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Stansted train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Stansted leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: 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.
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