What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Stanstead is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Oxford to Stanstead?

The distance between Oxford and Stanstead is 141 miles. The road distance is 101.9 miles.

How do I travel from Oxford to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Oxford to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Oxford to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Oxford to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Stanstead bus from?

Oxford to Stanstead bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Stanstead train from?

Oxford to Stanstead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Oxford to Stanstead is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which takes 7h 33m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Oxford to Stanstead bus arrive?

Oxford to Stanstead bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Oxford to Stanstead train arrive?

Oxford to Stanstead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Stanstead is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Oxford to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 679+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Oxford to Stanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxford to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
4h 23m
£61–118
Drive 101.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Stansteadcar 101.3 mi
2h 33m
£25–36
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 33m
£27–49
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
4h 43m
£61–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 737
7h 49m
£27–59

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a bus from Queens Lane to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oxford to Stanway Close via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 4h 43m.

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