The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Lancaster
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Lancaster will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Oxford to Lancaster you need to make at least one change.
NX160 · NX181
NX160 · NX181Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 278 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford to Lancaster bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Lancaster coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:45 Oxford | 9h15 | 03:00 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oxford to Lancaster by coach or train
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Why should you book Oxford to Lancaster coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Lancaster
Buses from Oxford to Lancaster run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 18:39. The fastest coach covers the 278 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 18:39 |
Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to LancasterYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Lancaster with National Express for as low as £47. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Lancaster coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Lancaster 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 Lancaster, 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 Lancaster
- 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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