Barry to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barry to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 15 Jan

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

9 h 59 m

Average duration

9 h 59 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

144 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barry to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barry to Oxford will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

To travel from Barry to Oxford you need to make at least 2 changes.

Cardiff Bus
23:119h59
Barry
09:10Oxford
£231One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Barry to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barry to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 144 km

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Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£86

Average Price

6h 0m

Average total duration

5h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

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30m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Barry to Oxford

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Buses from Barry to Oxford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 144 km distance in 5h 45m.

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
144 km
Average bus duration
5h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
5h 45m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:40
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, Cardiff Bus from Barry to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Barry to Oxford with National Express, Cardiff Bus for as low as £21. 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
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
19 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.
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Cardiff Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 59m
Cheapest Price
£23
Cardiff Bus frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Barry to Oxford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barry 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Barry to Oxford can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barry to Oxford is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Barry to Oxford coach travel time is 5 h 50 min   for the 89 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Barry to Oxford leaves at 04: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Barry to Oxford leaves at 23: 30.
There are 15 coaches a day from Barry to Oxford which require at least one change with National Express or Cardiff Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Barry to Oxford you can take a coach with National Express or Cardiff Bus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Barry and Oxford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Barry to Oxford by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barry and Oxford including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Barry to Oxford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Barry to Oxford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Barry to Oxford.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Barry to Oxford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Barry to Oxford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Barry to Oxford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Barry to Oxford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Barry to Oxford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Barry to Oxford.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Barry and Oxford

    Barry
    Oxford
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
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    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    George Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
    • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    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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