The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Oxford
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 21 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Oxford will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 4 buses that leave Glasgow for Oxford on Wed, Feb 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 25 the direct buses cover the 498 km distance in an average of 10 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Wed, Feb 25 the slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €58.
Distance: 498 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price | €61 Average price |
9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Oxford buses for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX595 · UCX5 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h40 | 7:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX160 | 11:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h20 | 10:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, February 25 | |||||
![]() | 8:40 AM Glasgow | 10h25 | 7:05 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Oxford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Oxford
Buses from Glasgow to Oxford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 498 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 498 km |
Average bus duration 8h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Glasgow to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Oxford
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan 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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