4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Oxford
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
11 h 11 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 €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Oxford without transferring at least once.
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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 €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 €35, and a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 498 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €157 Average price | €76 Average price |
9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 · NX160 | 8:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h25 | 7:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX591 · UCX5 | 9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h00 | 10:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX595 · UCX5 | 9:25 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h00 | 7:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX181 · NX160 | On time 11:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h20 | 10:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Oxford
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Buses from Glasgow to Oxford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €31 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 498 km distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 498 km |
Average bus duration 8h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
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 €31. 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.
When departing from Glasgow, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Hampden Park and Glasgow, Hangingshaw Pl (Hampden Park and Ride). When arriving in Oxford, you can end your trip in coach stations like Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4), Oxford, Frideswide Square and Oxford, Parkway Park and Ride (Stop A).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4), located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Oxford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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