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Ashmolean Museum
Oxford’s leading museum of art and archaeology, with Egyptian mummies, classical sculpture and paintings in an elegant university setting.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Oxford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Sept
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£56
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
2 h 42 m
Buses on 01 Sept
30
Distance
38 km
Cheap tickets
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
Fast coaches
To travel from Reading to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
RRRA1 · TAOXF7:042h56Reading, Blagrave Street10:00Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change- RRRA1 · TAOXF9:452h50Reading, Blagrave Street12:35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF6:452h55Reading, Blagrave Street9:40Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF18:312h39Reading, Blagrave Street21:10Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF7:222h58Reading, Blagrave Street10:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF3:402h35Reading, Blagrave Street6:15Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF18:312h39Reading, Blagrave Street21:10Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF22:032h42Reading, Blagrave Street0:45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF2:402h45Reading, Blagrave Street5:25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · TAOXF17:432h47Reading, Blagrave Street20:30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station£561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £58.
Distance: 38 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£58 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m 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 |
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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, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 17:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h04 | 20:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 17:56 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h54 | 20:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 18:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h44 | 21:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 18:56 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h59 | 21:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 19:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h59 | 22:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 19:56 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h59 | 22:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 20:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h59 | 23:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h56 | 23:59 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 22:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h42 | 0:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 2:40 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h45 | 5:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 3:40 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h35 | 6:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 4:20 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h55 | 7:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 5:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h05 | 8:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 6:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h55 | 9:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 6:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h55 | 9:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 7:04 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h56 | 10:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 7:22 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h58 | 10:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 7:41 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h54 | 10:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 8:21 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h54 | 11:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 9:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 11:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 9:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 12:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 10:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 13:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 11:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 13:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 11:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 14:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 12:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 15:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 13:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 15:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 13:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h00 | 16:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 14:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h00 | 17:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 15:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h00 | 18:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 15:44 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h01 | 18:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 16:20 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h05 | 19:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · TAOXF | 17:00 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h05 | 20:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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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 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 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.
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
Train from £5
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Train from £5
Bus providers: National Express, Thames Travel from Reading to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Reading to Oxford with National Express, Thames Travel for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest National Express Price
£55
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Thames Travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thames Travel Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Thames Travel Price
£4
Thames Travel frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Oxford
Things to do in Oxford
Discover the best of Oxford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oxford trip today.
- Must visit
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
A fascinating natural history museum known for dinosaur skeletons, minerals and a dramatic neo-Gothic hall. Great for families and curious adults alike.
- Must visit
Pitt Rivers Museum
A compact museum exploring world cultures through objects from many regions. Thoughtful displays make it a rewarding stop beside the natural history museum.
- Must visit
High Street
Oxford’s most famous street, lined with college buildings, churches and historic facades. Ideal for a first walk through the city’s academic heart.
- Must visit
Christ Church Meadow
A broad green beside the college, river and cathedral precincts. Popular for peaceful walks, picnics and classic views of Oxford’s historic skyline.
- Must visit
Radcliffe Square
A historic square framed by major university buildings and the Radcliffe Camera. It is one of the city’s most photogenic and recognisable urban spaces.
Oxford Sausage
Oxford sausages are seasoned pork sausages linked to the city since the 18th century, known for savoury herbs and a coarse texture.
- Vegetarian
Banbury Cake
Banbury cakes are small oval pastries from nearby Banbury, filled with spiced currants and dried fruit; a long-standing Oxfordshire teatime treat.
Oxford Sauce
Oxford sauce is a traditional dark, spicy table sauce made with malt vinegar, anchovies and spices, historically served with meats and game.
The Gardiners Arms
Busy Jericho pub known for Thai food and drinks, with a casual local atmosphere and one of Oxford’s most established dining pubs.
The Perch
Historic riverside pub serving classic British dishes, local ales and seasonal plates in a traditional, atmospheric setting.
The Chop House
Well-known covered market restaurant focused on British produce, steaks and cocktails in a lively, polished brasserie setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though buses and casual eats are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as small change.
Oxford Bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Gloucester Green Bus Station -> Gloucester Green, Oxford
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 0 min
- Contactless payment is supported on Oxford Bus services, and the Oxford Bus app also sells mobile tickets.
- Gloucester Green is in the city centre, so many central destinations are reachable on foot from the bus station.
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Reading to Oxford can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to Oxford is £58; 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 Reading to Oxford is 1h 5m to travel the 38 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 Reading to Oxford leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Oxford leaves at 23:37.
There are 26 coaches a day from Reading to Oxford which require at least one change with National Express, Thames Travel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Reading to Oxford, you can count on National Express, Thames Travel for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Reading and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Reading , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Reading, Blagrave Street, Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride . When arriving in Oxford , you can end your route in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Reading, Blagrave Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Oxford from Reading is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Oxford is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Oxford including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Reading to Oxford:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Oxford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Reading to Oxford depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading to Oxford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Oxford:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Oxford:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to Oxford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Reading to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Reading to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Oxford
Most Reading to Oxford buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride. Use this guide to compare Reading and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Reading
Arrival bus stations in Oxford
Which Reading station do buses to Oxford leave from?
Buses from Reading to Oxford leave from Reading, Blagrave Street. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading RG1 1PZ, UK.
Reading, Blagrave StreetReading RG1 1PZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Bus19a, 19c · 1h 21m · £2
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Oxford station do buses from Reading arrive at?
Buses from Reading to Oxford most often arrive at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Some services arrive at Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Oxford arrival station.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
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.
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
City-centre transport
Getting to Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride from Oxford city centre
BusX20, 120 · 20m · £4 · every ~10 min
Lgw, Lhr, 400, N400 · 23m · £4 · every ~30 min
400, N400 · 25m · £4 · every ~19 min
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