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NX591 · UCX510:3511h40Edinburgh, Bus Station22:15Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£421One-way1 change- NX598 · UCX522:0510h50Edinburgh, Bus Station8:55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£571One-way1 change
- NX598 · UCX522:0510h50Edinburgh, Bus Station8:55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£571One-way1 change
- NX591 · UCX510:3511h40Edinburgh, Bus Station22:15Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Oxford
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Oxford is flight, with an average price of £41. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Oxford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 484 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest option | £95 Average Price | £53 Average Price |
10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Oxford coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX591 · NX737 | On time 10:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 12h45 | 23:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Oxford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Oxford
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Typically, there are 3 buses per day from Edinburgh to Oxford, including direct buses, taking around 10h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 484 km distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 484 km |
Average bus duration 10h 1m |
Lowest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Edinburgh to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Oxford with National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Oxford
Most Edinburgh to Oxford buses use the Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, 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 at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Which Oxford station do buses from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre
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.
Getting to Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride from Oxford city centre
Getting to Oxford, Sandhills from Oxford city centre
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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