4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Oxford
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Oxford will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 17 buses that leave Southampton 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 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Southampton to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Oxford coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX032 · TAOXF | Delayed 07:00 02:05Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 12:40 12:40Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | Delayed 07:00 04:15Southampton, Coach Station | 4h25 | 12:40 12:40Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | Delayed 07:00 05:35Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 12:40 12:40Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX160 | 08:55 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h40 | 10:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX160 | 12:10 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 14:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | On time 12:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 16:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX160 | 16:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 17:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | On time 16:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h30 | 21:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | On time 18:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 3h55 | 22:25 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX206 · NX030 · TAOXF | On time 18:35 Southampton, Coach Station | 5h20 | 23:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | On time 20:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h10 | 00:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 27 November | |||||
| NX032 · TAOXF | 02:05 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 06:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | 02:20 Southampton, University | 4h00 | 06:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | 04:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h25 | 08:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | 05:35 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 09:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · TAOXF | 05:50 Southampton, University | 4h00 | 09:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Oxford
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Buses from Southampton to Oxford run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 95 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 95 km |
Average bus duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Southampton to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
When departing from Southampton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton Airport Parkway and Southampton, East Park Terrace (Sonar Cinema). When arriving in Oxford, you can end your trip in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station and Oxford, Parkway Park and Ride (Stop A).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Oxford
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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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