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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Shrewsbury
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Shrewsbury will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oxford for Shrewsbury 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 147 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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 Shrewsbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Shrewsbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 147 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Shrewsbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Shrewsbury coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:45 Oxford | 5h40 | 15:25 Shrewsbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Shrewsbury
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Buses from Oxford to Shrewsbury run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:22, the last at 20:40. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 05:22 |
Last bus 20:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to ShrewsburyYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Shrewsbury with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Shrewsbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Oxford, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford, Frideswide Square and Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4). When arriving in Shrewsbury, you can end your route in coach stations like Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows and Shrewsbury.
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 Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Shrewsbury
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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