The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Oxford
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Oxford will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 buses that leave Swansea 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 186 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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 Swansea to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea 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 2h 40m. 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 £64.
Distance: 186 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Oxford coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX507 · OLOXT | Delayed 20:50 04:00Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 8h31 | 12:31 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX507 · OLOXT | Delayed 20:50 06:40Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 8h15 | 14:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX507 · OLOXT | Delayed 20:50 08:30Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 7h53 | 16:23 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX507 · OLOXT | Delayed 20:50 10:20Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 8h21 | 18:41 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX507 · OLOXT | Delayed 20:50 14:30Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 8h05 | 22:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX507 · OLOXT | Delayed 20:50 16:35Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 7h38 | 00:13 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
![]() | 12:15 Swansea | 6h50 | 19:05 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Swansea to Oxford coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Oxford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Oxford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Oxford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Oxford
Buses from Swansea to Oxford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 20:20. The fastest coach covers the 186 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 186 km |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 20:20 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Swansea to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Oxford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Oxford
- 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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