The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Oxford
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Oxford will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Canterbury for Oxford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 53 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 170 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Canterbury to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Oxford coaches for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:20 Canterbury | 4h52 | 08:12 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Oxford
Buses from Canterbury to Oxford run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 4h 29m |
First bus 04:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Oxford with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Canterbury to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Oxford
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
- 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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