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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bracknell to Oxford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 49 m
Buses on 18 Sept
42
Distance
51 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bracknell to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bracknell to Oxford will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Fast coaches
To travel from Bracknell to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
RE703 · TAOXF11:563h14Bracknell, Bus Station15:10Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change- RE703 · TAOXF17:333h32Bracknell, Bus Station21:05Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF4:202h35Bracknell, Bus Station6:55Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF6:283h32Bracknell, Bus Station10:00Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF22:083h17Bracknell, Bus Station1:25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF4:202h35Bracknell, Bus Station6:55Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF5:192h46Bracknell, Bus Station8:05Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF22:082h52Bracknell, Bus Station1:00Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF4:202h55Bracknell, Bus Station7:15Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£321One-way1 change
- RE703 · TAOXF20:032h57Bracknell, Bus Station23:00Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bracknell to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bracknell to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 51 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Bracknell to Oxford is a train with an average price of £21.
This is compared to other travel options from Bracknell to Oxford:
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bracknell to Oxford costing on average £33.
The fastest way to travel from Bracknell to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 49m.
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Coach takes on average 58m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bracknell and Oxford including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (58m by bus vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Live departures
Bracknell to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bracknell to Oxford coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE703 · TAOXF | 11:56 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h14 | 15:10 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 11:56 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h39 | 15:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 12:56 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h24 | 16:20 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 12:56 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h49 | 16:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 13:33 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h27 | 17:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 13:33 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h52 | 17:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 14:29 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h31 | 18:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 14:29 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h56 | 18:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 15:27 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h58 | 19:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 15:27 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h33 | 19:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 16:26 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h44 | 20:10 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 16:26 Bracknell, Bus Station | 4h04 | 20:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 17:33 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h57 | 21:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 17:33 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h32 | 21:05 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 18:49 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h36 | 22:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 18:49 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h11 | 22:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 19:22 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h08 | 22:30 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 19:22 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h33 | 22:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 20:03 Bracknell, Bus Station | 2h57 | 23:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 20:03 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h22 | 23:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 21:03 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h42 | 0:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 21:03 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h17 | 0:20 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 22:08 Bracknell, Bus Station | 2h52 | 1:00 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 22:08 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h17 | 1:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| RE703 · TAOXF | 4:20 Bracknell, Bus Station | 2h35 | 6:55 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 4:20 Bracknell, Bus Station | 2h55 | 7:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 5:19 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h11 | 8:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 5:19 Bracknell, Bus Station | 2h46 | 8:05 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 6:05 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h35 | 9:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 6:05 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h10 | 9:15 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 6:28 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h32 | 10:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 6:28 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h02 | 9:30 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 7:24 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h26 | 10:50 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 7:24 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h51 | 11:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 7:43 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h27 | 11:10 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 7:43 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h52 | 11:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 8:57 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h38 | 12:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 8:57 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h13 | 12:10 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 9:55 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h40 | 13:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 9:55 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h15 | 13:10 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 10:56 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h14 | 14:10 Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| RE703 · TAOXF | 10:56 Bracknell, Bus Station | 3h39 | 14:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bracknell to Oxford
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Buses from Bracknell to Oxford run on average 34 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 3h 57m.
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 £21
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 34 |
Fastest bus 3h 57m |
First bus 0:27 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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 £21
Bus providers: Reading Buses from Bracknell to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Bracknell to Oxford with Reading Buses for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Reading Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Reading Buses Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Reading Buses Price
£6
Reading Buses frequency
25 a day
Bus providers: Reading Buses from Bracknell to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Bracknell to Oxford with Reading Buses for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Reading Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Reading Buses Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Reading Buses Price
£6
Reading Buses frequency
25 a day
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Things to do in Oxford
Discover the best of Oxford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oxford trip today.
- Must visit
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
A fascinating natural history museum known for dinosaur skeletons, minerals and a dramatic neo-Gothic hall. Great for families and curious adults alike.
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Pitt Rivers Museum
A compact museum exploring world cultures through objects from many regions. Thoughtful displays make it a rewarding stop beside the natural history museum.
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High Street
Oxford’s most famous street, lined with college buildings, churches and historic facades. Ideal for a first walk through the city’s academic heart.
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Christ Church Meadow
A broad green beside the college, river and cathedral precincts. Popular for peaceful walks, picnics and classic views of Oxford’s historic skyline.
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Radcliffe Square
A historic square framed by major university buildings and the Radcliffe Camera. It is one of the city’s most photogenic and recognisable urban spaces.
Oxford Sausage
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- Vegetarian
Banbury Cake
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Oxford Sauce
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The Gardiners Arms
Busy Jericho pub known for Thai food and drinks, with a casual local atmosphere and one of Oxford’s most established dining pubs.
The Perch
Historic riverside pub serving classic British dishes, local ales and seasonal plates in a traditional, atmospheric setting.
The Chop House
Well-known covered market restaurant focused on British produce, steaks and cocktails in a lively, polished brasserie setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though buses and casual eats are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as small change.
Oxford Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Gloucester Green Bus Station -> Gloucester Green, Oxford
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 0 min
- Contactless payment is supported on Oxford Bus services, and the Oxford Bus app also sells mobile tickets.
- Gloucester Green is in the city centre, so many central destinations are reachable on foot from the bus station.
FAQs: Bracknell to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bracknell 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Bracknell to Oxford can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bracknell to Oxford is £33; 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 Bracknell to Oxford is 3h 57m to travel the 51 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 Bracknell to Oxford leaves at 0:27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bracknell to Oxford leaves at 23:15.
There are 34 coaches a day from Bracknell to Oxford which require at least one change with Reading Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bracknell to Oxford, you can count on Reading Buses for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bracknell and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bracknell , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bracknell, Bus Station, Ascot, Heatherwood Hospital . 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 Bracknell, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Oxford from Bracknell is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bracknell to Oxford is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bracknell and Oxford including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Bracknell to Oxford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
No, luggage for the coach from Bracknell to Oxford needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bracknell to Oxford.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bracknell and Oxford
Most Bracknell to Oxford buses use the Bracknell, Bus Station to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride. Use this guide to compare Bracknell and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Bracknell
Arrival bus stations in Oxford
Bracknell, Bus Station
Bracknell, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bracknell, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bracknell, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bracknell, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bracknell, Bus Station: Bike Parking.
Which Oxford station do buses from Bracknell arrive at?
Buses from Bracknell 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 Kingdom
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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