Oxford to Hertford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Hertford

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Oxford for Hertford every day 1 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 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 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.

National Express
15:253h20
Oxford
18:45Hertford
£401One-way
0 changes

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 £26. 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 £26, and a train costs an average of £59.

Distance: 81 km

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Train

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

3h 31m

Average total duration

3h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 52m

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30m

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Live departures

Oxford to Hertford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Hertford coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Stagecoach Oxfordshire06:47 Oxford
4h46
11:33 Hertford3 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Hertford

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Buses from Oxford to Hertford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

There are 9 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.

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
81 km
Average bus duration
3h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
00:06
Last bus
23:50
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

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 £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
10 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.

Oxford Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£19
Oxford Bus Company frequency
2 a day

Stagecoach Oxfordshire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£20
Stagecoach Oxfordshire frequency
16 a day

Redline

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 7m
Redline frequency
5 a day

Carousel Buses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£23
Carousel Buses frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Hertford can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Hertford is £35; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Oxford to Hertford coach time is 2 h 35 min   covering the 50 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Oxford to Hertford leaves at 00: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Oxford to Hertford leaves at 23: 05.
There are 9 coaches a day from Oxford to Hertford which require at least one change with National Express, Redline, Oxford Bus Company, Stagecoach Oxfordshire or Carousel Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Oxford to Hertford coach with National Express, Redline, Oxford Bus Company, Stagecoach Oxfordshire or Carousel Buses. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Oxford and Hertford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco), located 0.5 miles (763 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Hertford from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Hertford is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Hertford from Oxford including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Oxford to Hertford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Hertford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Oxford to Hertford.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Hertford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Oxford to Hertford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Oxford to Hertford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Hertford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Hertford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Oxford to Hertford.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Hertford

    Oxford
    Hertford
    The major coach station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Hertford.
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    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    George Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
    • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the waiting area.
    Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    • 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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