The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Oxford
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Oxford will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leeds for Oxford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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 Leeds to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Leeds to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Oxford coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:45 Leeds | 7h45 | 13:30 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Leeds | 5h30 | 17:00 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:50 Leeds | 6h15 | 18:05 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
![]() | 04:50 Leeds | 6h00 | 10:50 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Oxford
Buses from Leeds to Oxford run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Leeds to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Leeds to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds 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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