Stratford to Oxford bus with National Express

Thu 04 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

5 h 22 m

Average duration

5 h 22 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

89 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stratford to Oxford will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Stratford for Oxford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 22 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.

National Express
13:445h22
Stratford
19:06Oxford
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stratford to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford 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 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 89 km

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Most popular
Train

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£27

Average Price

3h 34m

Average total duration

3h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

Stratford to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Oxford coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express13:44 Stratford
5h22
19:06 Oxford0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stratford to Oxford

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Buses from Stratford to Oxford run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £10 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 3h 29m.

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 £10
Distance
89 km
Average bus duration
3h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
23
Fastest bus
3h 29m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:53
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 £10

Bus providers: National Express from Stratford to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Oxford with National Express for as low as £10. 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 Duration
4h 27m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
31 a day
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.

FAQs: Stratford to Oxford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stratford to Oxford can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stratford to Oxford is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Oxford from Stratford is on average 3 h 33 min   for the 55 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Stratford and Oxford by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stratford to Oxford leaves at 09: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stratford to Oxford leaves at 19: 20.
Take the Stratford to Oxford coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Stratford and Oxford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Stratford City Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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.

A trip to Oxford from Stratford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 33 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stratford to Oxford by coach is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stratford and Oxford including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Oxford

Stratford
Oxford
The major coach station for departures in Stratford is London, Stratford City Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Stratford City Bus Station for your trip from Stratford to Oxford.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Montfichet Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Five Guys (in the station)
  • Wahaca (0.2 km)
  • The Real Greek (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Stratford City Bus Station
  • Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground

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