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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Oxford
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Oxford will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Derby 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 131 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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 and coach for Derby to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 131 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Oxford coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:50 Derby | 6h30 | 15:20 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Derby | 4h10 | 18:50 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Oxford
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Buses from Derby to Oxford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Derby to Oxford with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Oxford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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