London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF)

Showing times and prices for 09 Apr

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 44 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Buses per day

67

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 67 buses that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Oxford station (OXF) every day 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

  • National ExpressOLOXT
    9:292h07
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:36Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    18:002h17
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    20:17Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    10:512h08
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    12:59Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    13:202h17
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    15:37Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    8:242h09
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:33Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 80 km

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Most popular
Train

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£26

Average Price

2h 8m

Average total duration

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

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Live departures

London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressOLOXT0:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h44
1:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
Delayed
12:10 1:06London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h48
3:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressOLOXT1:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h44
2:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
Delayed
12:10 2:06London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h48
4:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressOLOXT2:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h44
3:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT3:10 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h44
4:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · OLOXT3:25 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h50
6:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
Delayed
12:10 3:36London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
4h08
7:44 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressOLOXT4:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h50
6:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · OLOXT4:55 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
3h13
8:08 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressOLOXT5:28 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h16
7:44 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
Delayed
12:10 5:46London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
3h17
9:03 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressOLOXT5:58 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h10
8:08 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT6:34 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h10
8:44 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT6:54 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
9:03 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT7:09 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
9:18 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT7:24 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
9:33 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT7:44 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
9:53 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT7:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
10:06 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT8:13 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
10:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT8:29 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
10:36 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT8:39 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
10:46 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT8:51 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
10:58 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT9:06 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
11:13 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT9:21 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
11:28 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT9:36 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h07
11:43 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT9:51 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h08
11:59 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT10:01 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h08
12:09 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT10:14 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
12:23 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT10:24 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
12:33 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT10:34 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
12:43 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT10:49 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h08
12:57 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT11:04 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h08
13:12 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT11:19 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
13:28 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT11:39 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h09
13:48 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT11:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h17
14:16 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h17
14:37 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT12:40 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h31
15:11 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT12:56 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h32
15:28 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT13:16 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h34
15:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT13:36 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
16:17 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
16:41 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
17:01 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT14:36 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
17:17 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT14:51 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
17:32 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT15:06 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
17:47 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT15:21 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
18:02 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT15:36 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
18:17 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT16:06 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h25
18:31 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT16:18 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h25
18:43 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h25
18:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT16:45 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h25
19:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h17
19:17 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT17:15 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h11
19:26 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressOLOXT17:45 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h06
19:51 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h20
0:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressOLOXT18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h01
20:01 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus18:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h45
0:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
18:47 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h58
21:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
19:10 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h55
22:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
19:40 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
3h04
22:44 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
20:06 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h57
23:03 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
20:36 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h56
23:32 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
21:06 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h53
23:59 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
21:36 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h53
0:29 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
22:11 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
2h45
0:56 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNXA2 · OLOXT
On time
22:41 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
3h13
1:54 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 change

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Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).
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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 to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF)

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Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) run on average 53 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by train.

There are 37 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 80 km distance in 1h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance
80 km
Average bus duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
53
Direct buses
37
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
1:25
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF)You can travel by bus between London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) with National Express, Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£20
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£19
Megabus frequency
61 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) 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 station (OXF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) is 1h 25m to travel the 80 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) leaves at 1:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) leaves at 23:00.
Yes, there are 37 direct coaches a day from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF), you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Oxford station (OXF). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Paddington (PAD) and Oxford station (OXF) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Oxford station (OXF) from London Paddington (PAD) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Oxford station (OXF) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF):
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF):
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF):
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Oxford station (OXF) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

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