4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Oxford
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Oxford will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 8 buses that leave Birmingham for Oxford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. 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 coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m 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
Birmingham to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Oxford coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 23:50 Birmingham | 1h30 | 01:20 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| NX423 | 03:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h30 | 04:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX422 · UCX5 | 03:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 07:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX421 · UCX5 | 05:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 09:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX160 | 08:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h40 | 10:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 · UCX5 | Delayed 14:15 09:30Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h05 | 14:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX160 | 13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h55 | 15:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX160 | 17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h05 | 19:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX707 · NX737 | On time 19:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 23:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Oxford
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Buses from Birmingham to Oxford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Oxford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Birmingham to Oxford
National Express runs intercity buses between Birmingham and Oxford 10 times a day. The direct journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, but it can take up to 4 hours and 30 minutes for services that include a stop and transfer in Milton Keynes. The first bus of the day departs at 3:00 a.m., and the last coach departs at 6:50 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Birmingham to Oxford?
Departure Station: Birmingham Coach Station, situated on Mill Lane (Digbeth), is less than 400 metres away from the Bullring commercial area and is only a 15-minute walk from Birmingham New Street railway station. Bus 60 connects the station with Birmingham city centre.
Arrival Station: Oxford Bus Station is located on Gloucester Green. Oxford Bus Station is also within walking distance of the main university colleges and only a 10-minute walk from the castle and key landmarks like the Sheldonian Theatre and the Bridge of Sighs. To reach the city centre by public transport, visitors can take bus number 7 at the George Street stop.
FAQs: Birmingham to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Oxford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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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