4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Birmingham will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 buses that leave Oxford for Birmingham 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 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 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 Oxford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Oxford to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Birmingham coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX737 · NX590 | 08:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 12:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX160 | Delayed 14:10 10:45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h45 | 12:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX160 | On time 14:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h50 | 16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX160 | On time 17:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h40 | 19:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| UCX5 · NX707 | On time 20:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 00:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| UCX5 · NX422 | 21:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h00 | 02:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Birmingham
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Buses from Oxford to Birmingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Oxford to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Birmingham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Oxford to Birmingham
Buses from Oxford to Birmingham leave Oxford Bus Station every 1-1.5 hours. The duration of the bus journey is usually around 1 hour and 45 minutes if a direct bus is taken. Otherwise, the journey can last 4 hours and 15 minutes due to a change at Milton Keynes.
Which bus companies go from Oxford to Birmingham?
The bus company National Express provides buses from Oxford to Birmingham every day of the week.
How long is the bus from Oxford to Birmingham?
Direct buses from Oxford to Birmingham take around 1 hour and 45 minutes, however, some routes require a change at Milton Keynes which increases travel time to 4 hours and 15 minutes.
When are the first and last buses from Oxford to Birmingham?
Buses from Oxford to Birmingham depart from Oxford Bus Station at 1:10 a.m. and the last bus departs just before 10:30 p.m at night.
What facilities are available on buses from Oxford to Birmingham?
National Express buses from Oxford to Birmingham are equipped with power sockets and air-conditioning. Wi-Fi is not available. Passengers can carry two suitcases and one small piece of hand luggage on board. Pets are not allowed on any National Express buses.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Oxford to Birmingham?
Departure Station: Buses from Oxford to Birmingham depart from Oxford Bus Station which is 0.5 km or a 6-minute walk from the centre of Oxford.
Arrival Station: Buses from Oxford to Birmingham arrive at Birmingham Coach Station which is situated to the north of the city centre. It is a 19-minute walk or a 6-minute journey by bus. The following buses service the Birmingham Coach Station from the city centre: 2, 3, 5, 6, 17, 31, 37, 50, 97 and 150.
FAQs: Oxford to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Oxford, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station and Oxford, Sandhills. When arriving in Birmingham, you can end your trip in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) and Birmingham, Brunel Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Birmingham
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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