The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Cheltenham will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Oxford to Cheltenham you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:473h50Oxford10:37Cheltenham£141One-way1 change
8:523h45Oxford12:37Cheltenham£141One-way1 change
10:523h45Oxford14:37Cheltenham£141One-way1 change
12:524h00Oxford16:52Cheltenham£141One-way1 change
14:524h15Oxford19:07Cheltenham£141One-way1 change
10:102h27Oxford12:37Cheltenham£161One-way3 changes
12:102h27Oxford14:37Cheltenham£161One-way3 changes
5:552h42Oxford8:37Cheltenham£151One-way2 changes
14:102h42Oxford16:52Cheltenham£161One-way3 changes
7:452h52Oxford10:37Cheltenham£151One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 59 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Cheltenham coaches for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:28 Oxford | 2h19 | 11:47 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Cheltenham
Buses from Oxford to Cheltenham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 22:24. The fastest coach covers the 59 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 59 km |
Average bus duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 19m |
First bus 4:30 |
Last bus 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Stagecoach Oxfordshire from Oxford to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Cheltenham with Stagecoach Oxfordshire for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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