Chester to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Chester to Oxford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€22

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€35

Fastest journey on Sep 19

4 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

7 h

Buses on Sep 19

3

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Chester to Oxford will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.

Fast buses

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 buses from Chester to Oxford, including 3 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 195 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.

  • FlixBus
    3:15 PM9h05
    Chester
    12:20 AMOxford
    221One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    12:30 AM4h15
    Chester
    4:45 AMOxford
    421One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:40 AM7h40
    Chester
    3:20 PMOxford
    421One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Chester to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €67.

Distance: 195 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

€19

Average price

Cheapest

€67

Average price

€57

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 15m

Average total duration

4h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

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Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Chester to Oxford is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Chester to Oxford:

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chester to Oxford costing on average €67.

The fastest way to travel from Chester to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chester and Oxford including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Chester to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Chester to Oxford buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express12:30 AM Chester
4h15
4:45 AM Oxford0 transfersDirect
National Express7:40 AM Chester
7h40
3:20 PM Oxford0 transfersDirect
FlixBus3:15 PM Chester
9h05
12:20 AM Oxford0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Chester to Oxford buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Chester to Oxford.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chester to Oxford

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Buses from Chester to Oxford run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 195 km distance in 9h 5m.

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
195 km
Average bus duration
4h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
9h 5m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 days
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 from Chester to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Chester to Oxford with National Express for as low as €14. 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 National Express Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
€35
National Express frequency
1 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: Bus from Chester to Oxford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester to Oxford can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Chester to Oxford is €19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Chester to Oxford is 9h 5m to travel the 195 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Chester to Oxford leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Chester to Oxford leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Chester to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Chester to Oxford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Chester and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Chester , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Liverpool One . When arriving in Oxford , you can end your trip in coach stations like Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Oxford from Chester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Chester to Oxford is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chester and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Chester to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Chester to Oxford for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Chester to Oxford depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Chester to Oxford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Chester to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Chester to Oxford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Chester to Oxford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Chester to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Chester to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Chester to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Chester to Oxford

Most Chester to Oxford buses use the Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Chester
Arrival bus stations in Oxford

Which Chester station do buses to Oxford leave from?

Buses from Chester to Oxford leave from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange). The station is from Chester city centre at Bus Interchange, Chester CH1 3EF, UK.
Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)Bus Interchange, Chester CH1 3EF, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) from Chester city centre

Bus11, 11A · 4m · €2 · every ~8 min
61, 16, 62 · 8m · €4 · every ~9 min

Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) bus station facilities and services

Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available within the interchange. ATMs are available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange): Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.

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