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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
105 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Airport (SSD) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Oxford for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 5 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 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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.
07:004h20
Oxford11:20Stansted Airport (SSD)
£201One-way
0 changes
03:053h40
Oxford06:45Stansted Airport (SSD)
£271One-way
0 changes
12:454h10
Oxford16:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
£271One-way
0 changes
14:005h05
Oxford19:05Stansted Airport (SSD)
£381One-way
0 changes
18:504h35
Oxford23:25Stansted Airport (SSD)
£381One-way
0 changes
03:053h40
Oxford06:45Stansted Airport (SSD)
£271One-way
0 changes
12:454h10
Oxford16:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
£271One-way
0 changes
07:004h20
Oxford11:20Stansted Airport (SSD)
£201One-way
0 changes
18:504h35
Oxford23:25Stansted Airport (SSD)
£381One-way
0 changes
14:005h05
Oxford19:05Stansted Airport (SSD)
£381One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 105 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 08:50
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 07:49Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h21 | 12:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 08:10Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h30 | 12:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 08:41Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h29 | 13:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 11:28 08:45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 13:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 11:28 09:15Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 14:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 09:17Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h23 | 13:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 11:28 09:39Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h01 | 14:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 09:47Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h23 | 14:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 11:28 10:03Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h07 | 15:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 10:11Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h29 | 14:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 10:34Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h36 | 15:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 11:02Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h43 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 11:32Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h43 | 16:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 12:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 17:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 12:02Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h38 | 16:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 12:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 17:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 12:32Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h33 | 17:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 13:02Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h33 | 17:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 13:32Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h30 | 18:02 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 14:02Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h30 | 18:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 14:32Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h30 | 19:02 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 14:36 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h53 | 19:29 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 15:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h59 | 19:59 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 15:08Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h21 | 19:29 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 15:24 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 20:29 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 15:32Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h27 | 19:59 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 15:56Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h33 | 20:29 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | Delayed 17:00 16:32Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h23 | 20:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 17:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 17:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h25 | 21:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 17:30 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h25 | 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 17:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 18:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h25 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 18:42 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h13 | 22:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 19:02 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h23 | 23:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 19:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 19:42 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h08 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 19:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 00:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 20:21 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 3h59 | 00:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 20:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 01:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 21:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h00 | 01:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA6 | On time 21:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h10 | 02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA6 | On time 21:40 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h45 | 02:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 22:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 02:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 22:39 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h06 | 02:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 23:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 03:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NXA8 | On time 23:38 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 4h07 | 03:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 03:05 Oxford | 3h40 | 06:45 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Oxford | 4h20 | 11:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Oxford | 5h40 | 13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD)
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Buses from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 20:15. 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 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 20:15 |
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 Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 40m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
34 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: Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach travel time is 3 h 40 min for the 65 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) leaves at 00: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) leaves at 23: 45.
There are 36 coaches a day from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Stansted Airport (SSD) from Oxford to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Stansted Airport (SSD) from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Stansted Airport (SSD) from Oxford including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, luggage for the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Oxford to Stansted Airport (SSD).
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Stansted Airport (SSD)
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London
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
George StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
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
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