Oxford to Buckingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Buckingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£12

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£12

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

1 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

1 h 1 m

Buses on 10 Oct

1

Distance

33 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Buckingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Buckingham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

On Sat 10 Oct, we found 1 buses from Oxford to Buckingham, including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 1 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 Express
    22:301h01
    Oxford
    23:31Buckingham
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Buckingham

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Buses from Oxford to Buckingham run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 1h 1m.

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
Distance
33 km
Average bus duration
1h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
22
Direct buses
22
Fastest bus
1h 1m
First bus
5:25
Last bus
22:30
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
5 days
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

Live departures

Oxford to Buckingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Buckingham coaches for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express22:30 Oxford
1h01
23:31 Buckingham0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Oxford to Buckingham.
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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 National Express Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest National Express Price
£12
National Express frequency
24 a day
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.

Complete guide to Buckingham

Things to do in Buckingham

Discover the best of Buckingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Buckingham trip today.

  • Must visit

Buckingham Old Gaol Museum

Town museum covering Buckingham’s social history, trades and everyday life, with compact displays that give a strong introduction to the area.

  • Recommended

University of Buckingham Vinson Centre Museum

University museum displaying archaeology from nearby excavations, including objects from Roman and earlier periods in a scholarly setting.

  • Recommended

Claydon House

Historic house near Buckingham with collections, furnished rooms and paintings, offering an art-focused visit within landscaped grounds.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for England. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than London, but tourist stays, pubs and rail travel still add up.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food, cafés or a simple pub meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a mid-range restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.

Best day trips from Buckingham by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Buckingham are Oxford, Milton Keynes, Cambridge, London and Bicester. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Buckingham on Omio.

A view of Oxford

Day trip from Buckingham to Oxford by bus

Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

How to get from Buckingham to Oxford by bus?

There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 1h 0m.

A view of Milton Keynes

Day trip from Buckingham to Milton Keynes by bus

Why visit Milton Keynes for the day?

Milton Keynes is a modern Buckinghamshire city known for its grid layout, green spaces and major shopping centre. It is closely linked with Bletchley Park and has a spacious, practical character shaped by post-war planning.

How to get from Buckingham to Milton Keynes by bus?

There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 20:20. The fastest coach covers the 17 km distance in 54m.

A view of Cambridge

Day trip from Buckingham to Cambridge by bus

Why visit Cambridge for the day?

Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.

How to get from Buckingham to Cambridge by bus?

The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:31.

A view of London

Day trip from Buckingham to London by bus

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

How to get from Buckingham to London by bus?

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:31. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 2h 19m.

A view of Bicester

Day trip from Buckingham to Bicester by bus

Why visit Bicester for the day?

Bicester is best known for Bicester Village, but it is also an Oxfordshire market town with a historic centre and a relaxed local feel. Its position near Oxford and Blenheim Palace makes it a practical base for exploring the area.

How to get from Buckingham to Bicester by bus?

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:18, the last at 19:18. The fastest coach covers the 15 km distance in 28m.

FAQs: Oxford to Buckingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Buckingham 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 Buckingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Buckingham can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Buckingham is £12; 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 Oxford to Buckingham is 1h 1m to travel the 33 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 Oxford to Buckingham leaves at 5:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Buckingham leaves at 22:30.
Yes, there are 22 direct coaches a day from Oxford to Buckingham with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Buckingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Buckingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Buckingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Buckingham, High Street, located 0 away from the city centre.
Yes, you can take a coach between Oxford and Buckingham.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Buckingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Buckingham for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Buckingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
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 Oxford to Buckingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Buckingham:
  • 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 Oxford to Buckingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Buckingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Buckingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Buckingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Buckingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Buckingham

Most Oxford to Buckingham buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Buckingham, High Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Buckingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in Buckingham

Which Oxford station do buses to Buckingham leave from?

Buses from Oxford to Buckingham leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

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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