The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Hertford
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Hertford will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 buses that leave Oxford for Hertford 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 81 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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 Hertford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 81 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to Hertford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Hertford coaches for today, Monday 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:00 Oxford | 3h35 | 11:35 Hertford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Oxford | 3h05 | 14:45 Hertford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Oxford to Hertford coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Oxford Bus Company, Stagecoach Oxfordshire, Redline or Carousel Buses to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Hertford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Hertford
Buses from Oxford to Hertford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 81 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Oxford Bus Company, Stagecoach Oxfordshire, Redline, Carousel Buses from Oxford to HertfordYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Hertford with National Express, Oxford Bus Company, Stagecoach Oxfordshire, Redline, Carousel Buses for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Oxford Bus Company
Stagecoach Oxfordshire
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FAQs: Oxford to Hertford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Hertford 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 Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Hertford
- 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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