The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to St Ives
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
342 km
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 £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £81.
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 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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, coach 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 £58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £58, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 342 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to St Ives bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to St Ives coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:30 Oxford | 10h20 | 19:50 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to St Ives
Buses from Oxford to St Ives run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 07:54, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 342 km distance in 9h 38m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 38m |
First bus 07:54 |
Last bus 22:20 |
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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and St Ives
- 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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