Birkenhead to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birkenhead to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 15 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

8 h 20 m

Average duration

8 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

218 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birkenhead to Oxford will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Birkenhead for Oxford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.

National Express
06:008h20
Birkenhead
14:20Oxford
£291One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Birkenhead to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £47.

Distance: 218 km

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Train

£32

Average Price

Cheapest

£66

Average Price

5h 35m

Average total duration

5h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 18m

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Live departures

Birkenhead to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Oxford coaches for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX551 · NX160
On time
06:50 Birkenhead, Chester Street (Hamilton Square Station)
8h45
15:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX42323:55 Birkenhead, Chester Street (Hamilton Square Station)
4h50
04:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
Saturday 15 November
national_express06:00 Birkenhead
8h20
14:20 Oxford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birkenhead to Oxford

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Buses from Birkenhead to Oxford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 4h 50m.

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
218 km
Average bus duration
5h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
23:55
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 Birkenhead to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Birkenhead to Oxford with National Express for as low as £23. 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
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
3 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: Birkenhead to Oxford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead to Oxford can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birkenhead to Oxford is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Oxford from Birkenhead is on average 4 h 41 min   for the 135 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Birkenhead and Oxford by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Birkenhead to Oxford leaves at 05: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Birkenhead to Oxford leaves at 22: 59.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Birkenhead to Oxford without having to change trains with National Express. There is 1 direct coach from Birkenhead to Oxford each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Birkenhead to Oxford 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 Oxford from Birkenhead to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Birkenhead, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Birkenhead, Europa Boulevard (Conway Park Campus), Birkenhead, Stena Line Terminal and Birkenhead. When arriving in Oxford, you can end your trip in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford, Frideswide Square and Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birkenhead, Europa Boulevard (Conway Park Campus), which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Oxford from Birkenhead is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 41 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birkenhead to Oxford is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Oxford from Birkenhead including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birkenhead and Oxford

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Oxford
The major coach station for departures in Birkenhead is Birkenhead, Europa Boulevard (Conway Park Campus). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birkenhead, Europa Boulevard (Conway Park Campus) for your trip from Birkenhead to Oxford.
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