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20/03/2025
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Oxford to Stansted by bus

The journey from Oxford to Stansted by bus is 63.08 mi and takes 4 hrs 29 mins. There are 36 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:15 and the last at 23:50. It is possible to travel from Oxford to Stansted by bus for as little as £17.84 or as much as £38.22. The best price for this journey is £17.84.

Lowest Price £17.84
Journey Duration 4 hrs 29 mins
Connection per Day 36
Lowest Price £17.84
Highest Price £38.22
First Departure 00:15
Last Departure 23:50
Distance 63.08 mi
Departure Oxford
Arrival Stansted
Carriers Oxford Tube, National Express

Oxford to Stansted Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, 20 Mar 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Oxford to Stansted

The cheapest Oxford - Stansted bus tickets can be found for as low as £18.32 if you’re lucky, or £22.76 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £26.58.

Find the best day to travel to Stansted by bus

When travelling to Stansted by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Oxford Tube and National Express from Oxford to Stansted
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Oxford to Stansted CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
7.11kg
Bus
7.61kg
Flight
20.3kg
Car
16.24kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Oxford to Stansted?
A bus ticket from Oxford to Stansted is £27.90. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £17.84.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Oxford to Stansted?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Oxford to Stansted is £17.84. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Oxford and Stansted by bus?
Oxford to Stansted is 63.08 mi.
How long does the bus between Oxford and Stansted take?
Oxford to Stansted is on average 4 hrs 29 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Oxford to Stansted?
The bus journey from Oxford to Stansted is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Oxford Tube and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Oxford to Stansted?
Oxford to Stansted has 36 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Oxford to Stansted leave?
The earliest bus from Oxford to Stansted departs at 00:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Oxford to Stansted depart?
The latest bus from Oxford to Stansted departs at 23:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Oxford to Stansted in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £17.84 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Oxford to Stansted?
There are on average 8 direct connection(s) from Oxford to go to Stansted.
What's the fastest journey time between Oxford to Stansted by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Oxford and Stansted is 3 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Oxford to Stansted?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Oxford and Stansted.
What are the CO2 emissions for Oxford to Stansted by bus?
The bus journey from Oxford to Stansted creates 7.61kg of CO2 emissions.

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