4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to Oxford
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Watford to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Watford to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
4:102h03Watford6:13OxfordFind prices1 change- 5:151h58Watford7:13OxfordFind prices1 change
- 5:572h32Watford8:29OxfordFind prices1 change
- 6:492h50Watford9:39OxfordFind prices1 change
- 7:502h39Watford10:29OxfordFind prices1 change
- 5:151h58Watford7:13OxfordFind prices1 change
- 4:102h03Watford6:13OxfordFind prices1 change
- 11:032h26Watford13:29OxfordFind prices1 change
- 12:032h26Watford14:29OxfordFind prices1 change
- 10:012h28Watford12:29OxfordFind prices1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Watford to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 60 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Oxford coaches for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:01 Watford | 2h17 | 1:18 Oxford | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
| 4:10 Watford | 2h03 | 6:13 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 5:15 Watford | 1h58 | 7:13 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 5:57 Watford | 2h32 | 8:29 Oxford | 1 change | |
 | 6:09 Watford | 3h10 | 9:19 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 6:49 Watford | 2h50 | 9:39 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 6:55 Watford | 3h14 | 10:09 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 7:50 Watford | 2h39 | 10:29 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 8:05 Watford | 3h04 | 11:09 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 8:57 Watford | 2h32 | 11:29 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 9:26 Watford | 2h43 | 12:09 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 10:01 Watford | 2h28 | 12:29 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 10:26 Watford | 2h43 | 13:09 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 11:03 Watford | 2h26 | 13:29 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 11:26 Watford | 2h43 | 14:09 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 12:03 Watford | 2h26 | 14:29 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 12:26 Watford | 2h53 | 15:19 Oxford | 1 change | |
| 13:03 Watford | 2h36 | 15:39 Oxford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Watford to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Watford to Oxford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 60 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 60 km |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 58m |
First bus 6:05 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, Metroline Travel, Arriva UK from Watford to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Watford to Oxford with National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, Metroline Travel, Arriva UK for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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First Berkshire & The Thames Valley
Metroline Travel
Arriva UK
FAQs: Watford to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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.
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