4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bath to Oxford
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bath to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Oxford will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bath for Oxford 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 87 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 87 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Oxford coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX403 · TAOXF | 07:50 Bath, Bus Station | 4h00 | 11:50 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | Delayed 07:50 Bath, Bus Station | 4h30 | 23:55 23:55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| C28285 · GW313200 | On time 09:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 10:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C28286 · GW312900 | On time 10:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 11:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C27631 · GW312600 | On time 11:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 12:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | 11:15 Bath, Bus Station | 4h05 | 15:20 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | Delayed 11:15 Bath, Bus Station | 4h35 | 23:55 23:55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| C28544 · GW312300 | On time 12:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 13:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C28545 · C28637 · GW312100 | On time 12:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h55 | 14:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| C27557 · GW312000 | On time 13:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 14:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | 14:15 Bath, Bus Station | 4h20 | 18:35 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | Delayed 14:15 Bath, Bus Station | 4h50 | 23:55 23:55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | 18:15 Bath, Bus Station | 3h50 | 22:05 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| NX403 · TAOXF | Delayed 18:15 Bath, Bus Station | 4h10 | 23:55 23:55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 05:05 Bath | 4h35 | 09:40 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bath to Oxford
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Buses from Bath to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 03:50 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bath to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Bath to Oxford with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Bath to Oxford
Buses from Bath to Oxford run regularly during the daytime, seven days a week. The route is operated by National Express which runs a total of nine services from Bath Bus Station to Oxford Bus Station each day. One service, which departs from Bath at around 5:00 p.m. each day, is direct and takes roughly two hours. This is the quickest and cheapest of the buses from Bath to Oxford. All other departures have a journey time of approximately four hours, and involve a quick change at Heathrow Airport. The first bus of the day leaves at around 3:30 a.m. and the last bus is at roughly 7:00 p.m.
FAQs: Bath to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Oxford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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