Birmingham to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Oxford

Showing times and prices for Nov 16

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€32

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Birmingham to Oxford will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave Birmingham for Oxford on Sun, Nov 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 8 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 ExpressNX423
03:15AM1h30
Birmingham, Coach Station
04:45AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
231One-way
0 transfers
Chiltern RailwaysG01987+CrossCountryXC013700
09:12AM2h08
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
11:20AMOxford station (OXF)
261One-way
1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysG01993+CrossCountryXC013600
10:12AM2h08
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
12:20PMOxford station (OXF)
261One-way
1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysG01998+CrossCountryXC013500
11:12AM2h08
Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
01:20PMOxford station (OXF)
261One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX160
08:40AM1h40
Birmingham, Coach Station
10:20AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. 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 bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 92 km

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Train

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€35

Average price

2h 27m

Average total duration

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Birmingham to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Oxford buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:01 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express10:45 PM Birmingham
4h55
3:40 AM Oxford0 transfersDirect
Sunday, November 16
national_expressNX4233:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
1h30
4:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX421 · UCX5
Delayed
5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h25
8:50 PM 8:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX160
On time
8:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
1h40
10:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
0 transfersDirect
chiltern_railwaysG01987+cross_countryXC013700
On time
9:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
2h08
11:20 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1 transfer
national_expressNX707 · UCX5
Delayed
9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station
5h05
8:50 PM 8:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 transfer
chiltern_railwaysG01993+cross_countryXC013600
On time
10:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
2h08
12:20 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1 transfer
chiltern_railwaysG01998+cross_countryXC013500
On time
11:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)
2h08
1:20 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1 transfer
national_expressNX707 · NX737
On time
7:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station
4h15
11:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Oxford

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Buses from Birmingham to Oxford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 92 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
Distance
92 km
Average bus duration
1h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Birmingham to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as €12. 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
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€12
National Express frequency
13 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€24
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Oxford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Oxford by bus. 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 bus, 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 Birmingham to Oxford can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Oxford is €24; 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 Birmingham is on average 1 h 30 min   for the 92 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Oxford from Birmingham by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Birmingham to Oxford leaves at 03: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Birmingham to Oxford leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Birmingham to Oxford coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Birmingham and Oxford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Birmingham, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) and Birmingham, Brunel Street. When arriving in Oxford, you can end your trip in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford, Sandhills and Oxford, Parkway Park and Ride (Stop A).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 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 day trip to Oxford from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Oxford is November.
You have options as you can travel between Birmingham and Oxford 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Birmingham to Oxford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to Oxford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to Oxford.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Oxford

    Birmingham
    Oxford
    The major bus station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip from Birmingham to Oxford.
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    Amenities at bus station
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    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Mill Lane
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for Birmingham, Coach Station
    • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
    Birmingham, Brunel Street
    Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)
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