The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barnstaple to Oxford
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
6 h 49 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnstaple to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Oxford will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Barnstaple to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
6:006h49Barnstaple12:49Oxford£461One-way1 change
10:457h49Barnstaple18:34Oxford£461One-way1 change
6:006h49Barnstaple12:49Oxford£461One-way1 change
10:457h49Barnstaple18:34Oxford£461One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barnstaple to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £64, and a coach costs an average of £73.
Distance: 208 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£73 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barnstaple to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Oxford coaches for tomorrow, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 Barnstaple | 6h49 | 12:49 Oxford | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:45 Barnstaple | 7h49 | 18:34 Oxford | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barnstaple to Oxford by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barnstaple to Oxford
Buses from Barnstaple to Oxford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £64 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 19:42. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 19:42 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Barnstaple to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Barnstaple to Oxford with National Express for as low as £64. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barnstaple to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Oxford
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- 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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