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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 16 Jun

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Buses per day

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

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 £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham 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 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.

09:151h40

Birmingham

10:55Oxford

£111One-way

0 changes

16:152h05

Birmingham

18:20Oxford

£181One-way

0 changes

14:001h55

Birmingham

15:55Oxford

£191One-way

0 changes

16:552h05

Birmingham

19:00Oxford

£221One-way

0 changes

16:301h50

Birmingham

18:20Oxford

£231One-way

0 changes

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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Most popular Coach	Train
£22 Average Price Cheapest	£29 Average Price
2h 48m average duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 42m average duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Birmingham to Oxford bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday 15 June

Last updated at 08:47

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
NX160	Delayed 11:30 08:15Birmingham, Coach Station	1h40	16:35 16:35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station	0 changesdirect
NX160	Delayed 12:30 Birmingham, Coach Station	1h50	16:35 16:35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station	0 changesdirect
NX160	On time 16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station	1h50	17:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station	0 changesdirect
NX550 · NX737	On time 17:50 Birmingham, Coach Station	4h25	22:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Oxford

United Kingdom

Buses from Birmingham to Oxford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

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

92 km

Average bus duration

2h 18m

Cheapest ticket price

£6

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 30m

First bus

03:15

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Coach companies: National Express, Megabus and CrossCountry Birmingham to Oxford

Travel to Oxford from Birmingham from £7 with Omio’s coach partners National Express, Megabus and CrossCountry! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach to Oxford from Birmingham, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Birmingham to Oxford coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: £16
National Express frequency: 1 a day

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Birmingham to Oxford. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Coach information from Birmingham to Oxford with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 1 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: £17
CrossCountry frequency: 16 a day

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

FAQs: Take the bus from Birmingham to Oxford with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Oxford.

Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Oxford can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Oxford is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Oxford coach travel time is 1 h 30 min for the 57 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Birmingham to Oxford leaves at 03: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Birmingham to Oxford leaves at 23: 55.

Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

For the best Birmingham to Oxford coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Birmingham and Oxford to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Birmingham, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) and Birmingham, Brunel Street. When arriving in Oxford, you can end your trip in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford, Sandhills and Oxford, Parkway Park and Ride (Stop A).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 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 day trip to Oxford from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Oxford is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Oxford including taking a train or coach.

No, the coach from Birmingham to Oxford has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to Oxford needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Oxford

Birmingham

Oxford

The major coach station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip from Birmingham to Oxford.

Birmingham, Coach Station Wifi