Bournemouth to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 18 Apr

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

2 h 35 m

Average duration

3 h 14 m

Buses per day

13

Distance

123 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Oxford will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 13 buses that leave Bournemouth for Oxford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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 ExpressNX160
    15:002h35
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    17:35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX160
    11:102h50
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    14:00Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX160
    8:002h35
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    10:35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    15:456h35
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    22:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX035 · OLOXT
    19:155h10
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    0:25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £371One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 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 coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 123 km

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Coach
Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£30

Average Price

3h 23m

Average total duration

2h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Bournemouth to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Oxford coaches for today, Friday 17 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
Delayed
12:00 0:50Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h30
5:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
Delayed
12:00 2:20Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h00
6:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
Delayed
12:00 4:00Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h30
8:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX160
Delayed
12:40 6:45Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h50
9:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
Delayed
12:00 6:55Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h45
11:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX160
Delayed
12:40 9:50Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
12:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
Delayed
12:00 10:30Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h40
15:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX160
On time
14:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
16:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus14:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h35
21:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
On time
15:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h40
20:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
On time
17:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h10
21:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX035 · OLOXT
On time
18:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h17
23:32 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF
On time
19:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h10
23:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
Saturday 18 April
national_expressNX035 · TAOXF0:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h30
5:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX035 · OLOXT
On time
18:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h10
23:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change

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Why should you book Bournemouth to Oxford coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Bournemouth to Oxford.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Oxford

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Buses from Bournemouth to Oxford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 123 km distance in 2h 35m.

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
123 km
Average bus duration
2h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
2h 35m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
70 days
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 Bournemouth to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Oxford with National Express for as low as £10. 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
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£10
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: Bournemouth to Oxford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Oxford can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Oxford is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bournemouth to Oxford is 2h 35m to travel the 123 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bournemouth to Oxford leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to Oxford leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Bournemouth to Oxford with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Oxford from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Oxford is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Oxford including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Oxford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Bournemouth to Oxford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Oxford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Oxford

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