The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Oxford
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
367 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Oxford will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 1 buses that leave Carlisle for Oxford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 367 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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 train, coach and flight for Carlisle to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £103.
Distance: 367 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price | £180 Average Price |
7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Oxford coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:45 Carlisle | 8h20 | 18:05 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Oxford
Buses from Carlisle to Oxford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 367 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 367 km |
Average bus duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 17:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Carlisle to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Oxford with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Oxford
- 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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