4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Oxford
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Oxford will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 buses that leave Preston for Oxford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 245 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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 Preston to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 245 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Preston to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Oxford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:15 Preston | 11h05 | 01:20 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
| 03:20 Preston | 7h00 | 10:20 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Preston to Oxford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 245 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 245 km |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Preston to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Preston to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Preston to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Oxford
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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