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The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Oxford
Showing times and prices for Apr 08
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
218 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Oxford will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Fast buses
Of the 6 buses that leave Liverpool for Oxford on Wed, Apr 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 08 the direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Wed, Apr 08 the slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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 · FlixBus5:50 PM7h30Liverpool, Liverpool One1:20 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€191One-way1 transfer
NX550 · NX16012:10 PM6h55Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place7:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€391One-way1 transfer- NX42311:40 PM5h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place4:45 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€391One-way0 transfers
- NX550 · NX16010:10 AM5h15Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place3:25 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€421One-way1 transfer
- NX550 · NX7373:50 PM7h25Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place11:15 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€451One-way1 transfer
- NX42311:40 PM5h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place4:45 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€391One-way0 transfers
- NX550 · NX16010:10 AM5h15Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place3:25 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€421One-way1 transfer
- NX550 · NX16012:10 PM6h55Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place7:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€391One-way1 transfer
- NX550 · NX7373:50 PM7h25Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place11:15 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€451One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:50 PM7h30Liverpool, Liverpool One1:20 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station€191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€31 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Oxford buses for today, Tuesday, April 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| NX550 · NX737 | 2:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h25 | 10:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 7h30 | 12:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, April 8 | |||||
| NX421 · UCX5 | On time 12:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h40 | 8:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX550 · NX160 | On time 9:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h15 | 2:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX550 · NX160 | On time 11:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h55 | 6:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Liverpool to Oxford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 218 km distance in 5h 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 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 12:41 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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 Liverpool to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Oxford with National Express, Megabus for as low as €16. 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
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
€22
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
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
€24
Megabus frequency
1 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 Liverpool to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Liverpool to Oxford can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Liverpool to Oxford is €31; 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 Liverpool to Oxford is 5h 5m to travel the 218 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 Liverpool to Oxford leaves at 12:41 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Liverpool to Oxford leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Liverpool to Oxford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Liverpool to Oxford, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Liverpool and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Liverpool , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Birkenhead, Chester Street (Hamilton Square Station), Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) . 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 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, which is located around 1 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 Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Liverpool to Oxford is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Liverpool to Oxford:
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Liverpool to Oxford for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Liverpool to Oxford depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Liverpool to Oxford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Liverpool to Oxford:
- 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Liverpool to Oxford:
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Liverpool to Oxford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Liverpool to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Liverpool to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Liverpool to Oxford with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Oxford
Liverpool
Oxford
The major bus station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place for your trip from Liverpool to Oxford.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Canning PlaceWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, University
Amenities at bus station
Taxisinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Brownlow HillPublic transit options for Liverpool, University
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
Liverpool, Botanic Park
information
The major bus station for arrivals in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip to Oxford from Liverpool.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
George StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
- 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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