Oxford to York bus with National Express

Buses from Oxford to York

Travellers from Oxford to York can board National Express buses between these destinations and go from pace to place in as little as 6 hours 35 minutes. Some services take longer, up to almost 9 hours. Changing buses once and sometimes twice is normally part of the journey and this takes place in either Milton Keynes, Birmingham or Leeds. Oxford's earliest bus departs around 8:30 a.m. with the last bus of the day leaving around 9:30 p.m. Buses from Oxford to York depart every couple of hours up to the early afternoon and National Express runs this service 7 days a week.

Oxford

The oldest university in the UK, Oxford lies on the banks of the River Thames 50 miles to the west of London. Nicknamed the city of the “Dreaming Spires,” Oxford is home to a great variety of medieval churches and colleges. A good place to start is Christ Church, the most famous of Oxford University’s colleges, before making your way to the circular Radcliffe Camera, one of Oxford’s most iconic buildings. The Bodleian Library is a stunning architectural and intellectual monument: one of the oldest public libraries in the world, its collection of over 11 million items is housed in a gorgeous, ancient, lofty building. Once you’ve had your fill of the city’s ancient architecture, head to the river to take in some of its natural beauty. A great thing to do, especially during the summer months, is to pack a picnic and go punting along the Thames. After a busy day of sightseeing, head for a relaxing drink at the Eagle and Child, an old pub that was once the favourite drinking spot of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien.

York

A beautiful city in North Yorkshire, England, York is an ancient city that was one of the most important centres in Roman Britain. Conquered and reconquered, it is home to a fascinating array of history. Explore York’s hidden Roman archaeology - much of which lies inaccessible beneath the city - through a visit to the Yorkshire Museum. If it is the town’s Viking past you are interested in, head to the renowned Jorvik Centre, a smells-and-all reconstruction of the Viking settlement that once lay here. Don’t miss a visit to the awe-inspiring York Minster, the largest cathedral in all of Northern Europe and one of the world’s most beautiful Gothic buildings. While you’re there, be sure to explore the Choir, Chapter House & Nave, a fascinating part of the cathedral that features all kind of gems, such as the magnificent Five Sisters Window. After a busy day of sightseeing, grab a drink at the tiny but unforgettable The Blue Bell, a delightful little Edwardian Pub.