The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Bournemouth will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Oxford for Bournemouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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 Oxford to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 123 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Oxford to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bournemouth coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TALHR · NX035 | On time 05:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 09:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
TALHR · NX035 | On time 07:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
TALHR · NX035 | On time 08:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 13:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 | Delayed 10:45 10:30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h10 | 15:00 15:00Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
TALHR · NX035 | On time 11:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 16:05 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 | On time 15:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h40 | 18:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX160 | On time 19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2h30 | 21:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
TALHR · NX035 | On time 20:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 00:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Bournemouth
Buses from Oxford to Bournemouth run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 123 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 123 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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 Bournemouth, Coach Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Bournemouth
- 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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