Oxford to St Ives bus

Fri 10 Jul
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to St Ives

Showing times and prices for 10 Jul

Cheapest price

£84

Average price

£84

Fastest journey

12 h 40 m

Average duration

12 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

342 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to St Ives will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £84.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Oxford for St Ives 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 342 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 12 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.

  • National Express
    6:1012h40
    Oxford
    18:50St Ives
    £841One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Oxford to St Ives

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £84, and a flight costs an average of £22.

Distance: 342 km

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Flight

£89

Average Price

£85

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Cheapest

£205

Average Price

11h 9m

Average total duration

10h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 45m

Average total duration

5h 15m

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30m

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5h 47m

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Fastest

2h 47m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Oxford to St Ives bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to St Ives coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express6:10 Oxford
12h40
18:50 St Ives0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to St Ives

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Buses from Oxford to St Ives run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 07:32, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 342 km distance in 9h 38m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22
Distance
342 km
Average bus duration
10h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£84
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
9h 38m
First bus
7:32
Last bus
22:20
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
7 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22

FAQs: Oxford to St Ives coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to St Ives 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 St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to St Ives can start from as little as £84 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to St Ives is £89; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oxford to St Ives is 9h 38m to travel the 342 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford to St Ives leaves at 7:32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to St Ives leaves at 22:20.
A trip to St Ives from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 38m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to St Ives is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Oxford and St Ives including taking a coach, train and flight.
No, the coach from Oxford to St Ives has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to St Ives.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Oxford to St Ives.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to St Ives.
No, luggage for the coach from Oxford to St Ives needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Oxford to St Ives.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to St Ives.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to St Ives.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Oxford to St Ives.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and St Ives

Most Oxford to St Ives buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to St Erth, A30 station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and St Ives bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in St Ives

Which Oxford station do buses to St Ives leave from?

Buses from Oxford to St Ives leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

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