4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Oxford
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Oxford will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Nottingham to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:305h50Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station22:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£181One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus8:058h00Nottingham, University of Nottingham16:05Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£221One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:207h45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station16:05Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£221One-way1 change
NX230 · UCX515:354h50Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station20:25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£271One-way1 change- NX230 · UCX51:304h55Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station6:25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£281One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX7370:454h00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station4:45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£301One-way1 change
- NX240 · NX7379:054h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station13:10Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£431One-way1 change
- NX451 · UCX510:204h15Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station14:35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£321One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX7376:154h45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:00Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£371One-way1 change
- NX230 · UCX515:354h50Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station20:25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Oxford coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:20 Nottingham | 8h00 | 21:20 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:35 Nottingham | 4h50 | 20:25 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
| NX230 · NX737 | Delayed 0:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h00 | 10:50 10:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · UCX5 | 1:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h55 | 6:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX240 · UCX5 | 2:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h50 | 7:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · UCX5 | 3:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h55 | 7:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · UCX5 | 4:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h10 | 9:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX737 | Delayed 6:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:50 10:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 8h00 | 16:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h45 | 16:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX240 · NX737 | On time 9:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h05 | 13:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX451 · UCX5 | 10:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h15 | 14:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX230 · UCX5 | 12:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 17:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Nottingham to Oxford run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 134 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Nottingham to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
Buses from Nottingham to Oxford
National Express operates regular daily buses from Nottingham to Oxford, with several direct and indirect routes. The schedule offers three direct services, leaving in the early hours, mid morning and late morning. There are frequent indirect connections including overnight and afternoon departures, with changes required at either Milton Keynes Coachway or Birmingham Coach Station. Journey times to Oxford range from 4 hours to 5 hours. Buses from Nottingham to Oxford depart from Nottingham Coach Station, situated on the southern edge of the town centre, arriving at Oxford Coach Station, just west of the city centre.
FAQs: Nottingham to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Oxford
Most Nottingham to Oxford buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do buses to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Nottingham, Broadmarsh 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: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (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 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Nottingham, University of Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham, University of Nottingham bus station facilities and services
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
Which Oxford station do buses from Nottingham 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.
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