The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Oxford
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
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.
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.
NX423
G01987+
XC013700
G01993+
XC013600
G01998+
XC013500
NX160
NX423
NX160
G01987+
XC013700
G01993+
XC013600
G01998+
XC013500Travel 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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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 PM Birmingham | 4h55 | 3:40 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 16 | |||||
NX423 | 3:15 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h30 | 4:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 · UCX5 | Delayed 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX160 | On time 8:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h40 | 10:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01987+ XC013700 | On time 9:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2h08 | 11:20 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · UCX5 | Delayed 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h05 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
G01993+ XC013600 | On time 10:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2h08 | 12:20 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01998+ XC013500 | On time 11:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2h08 | 1:20 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · 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
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.
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 |
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
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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.

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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Oxford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
- 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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