4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Oxford
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Oxford will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Reading for Oxford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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 Reading to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 38 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Reading to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Oxford coaches for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 17:00 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h05 | 20:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h02 | 20:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 18:31 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h44 | 21:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 19:01 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h54 | 21:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 19:31 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h54 | 22:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 20:33 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h52 | 23:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h52 | 23:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | On time 22:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h37 | 00:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 March | |||||
| 05:25 Reading | 3h15 | 08:40 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:15 Reading | 1h20 | 10:35 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:03 Reading | 2h57 | 18:00 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Reading to Oxford run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:37. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:37 |
Bus providers: National Express, Thames Travel, Reading Buses from Reading to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Reading to Oxford with National Express, Thames Travel, Reading Buses for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Oxford
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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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