Bishop's Stortford to Oxford bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Bishop's Stortford to Oxford

The cheapest option from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford is train, with an average price of £34. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 98 km

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£34

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£34

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4h 28m

Average total duration

3h 58m

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2h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 5m

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Great Western Railway

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Live departures

Bishop's Stortford to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bishop's Stortford to Oxford coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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National Express19:35 Bishop's Stortford
4h15
23:50 Oxford0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Bishop's Stortford to Oxford coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford

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Typically, there are 38 buses per day from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford, including 9 direct buses, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £15 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 3h 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance
98 km
Average bus duration
3h 58m
Lowest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
38
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
3h 50m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
1 day
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15

Bus providers: National Express from Bishop's Stortford to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Bishop's Stortford to Oxford with National Express for as low as £15. 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
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
39 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: Bishop's Stortford to Oxford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop's Stortford 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
The earliest coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bishop's Stortford and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bishop's Stortford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, Harlow, Temporary Bus Station (Stand D) . When arriving in Oxford , you can end your route in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bishop's Stortford and Oxford including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bishop's Stortford and Oxford

Most Bishop's Stortford to Oxford buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride. Use this guide to compare Bishop's Stortford and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bishop's Stortford
Arrival bus stations in Oxford

Which Oxford station do buses from Bishop's Stortford arrive at?

Buses from Bishop's Stortford to Oxford most often arrive at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Some services arrive at Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Oxford arrival station.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride from Oxford city centre

BusX20, 120 · 20m · £4 · every ~10 min
Lgw, Lhr, 400, N400 · 23m · £4 · every ~30 min
400, N400 · 25m · £4 · every ~19 min

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