The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lancaster to Oxford
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lancaster to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Oxford will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lancaster 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 278 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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 Lancaster to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 278 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lancaster to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Oxford coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 01:40 Lancaster | 8h15 | 09:55 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lancaster to Oxford
Buses from Lancaster to Oxford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 278 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 17:45 |
FAQs: Lancaster to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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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