4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Oxford
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Oxford will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Manchester to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 203 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Oxford coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 · NX160 | On time 14:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 19:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 15:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 21:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 17:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h30 | 23:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 19:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 01:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX424 · NX423 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 04:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX421 · UCX5 | On time 02:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 09:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX181 · NX160 | 04:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 10:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · UCX5 | On time 05:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 10:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · UCX5 | On time 06:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 12:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 07:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 13:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · UCX5 | On time 08:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 14:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 10:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 15:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · UCX5 | On time 11:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h35 | 16:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · UCX5 | On time 11:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 17:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 12:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 18:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 15:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 21:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 17:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h30 | 23:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 19:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 01:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Oxford
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Buses from Manchester to Oxford run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 203 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 203 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Manchester to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Oxford with Megabus, National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Manchester to Oxford: Journey Details
Buses from Manchester to Oxford run frequently every day. The first bus to depart Manchester for Oxford leaves at 4:00 a.m., with seven departures occurring per day until the last bus at midnight. The average journey takes just over 6 hours and while direct journeys are possible, passengers may be required to make one change at London Victoria Coach Station. Service remains consistent throughout the weekend with no variation in frequency or scheduling. National Express is the main provider on this route.
Where do buses from Manchester to Oxford depart from and arrive at?
The main departure point for buses going from Manchester to Oxford is Manchester coach station, located in Manchester city centre, just 5 minutes away from Manchester Piccadilly railway station. The entire central area around the station is well connected by buses and the Metrolink. Manchester also runs a night bus service.
Buses going from Manchester to Oxford arrive at Gloucester Green bus station, which is located in Oxford city centre, just metres away from many of Oxford's main sights and its central shopping district. The bus station is also only a few hundred metres from Oxford railway station, which is an important stop on both Crosscountry and First Great Western routes. There is an extensive bus service in the city as well as numerous taxi firms.
FAQs: Manchester to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester and Oxford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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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