Northampton to Oxford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Northampton to Oxford

Showing times and prices for Nov 13

Cheapest price

€26

Average price

€26

Fastest journey

2 h 55 m

Average duration

3 h 12 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

61 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Northampton to Oxford will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Northampton for Oxford on Thu, Nov 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .

On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.

National Express
03:35AM2h55
Northampton
06:30AMOxford
261One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:10PM3h35
Northampton
06:45PMOxford
261One-way
0 transfers
National Express
10:25AM3h05
Northampton
01:30PMOxford
261One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Northampton to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train 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 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 61 km

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Train

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€62

Average price

2h 46m

Average total duration

2h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Northampton to Oxford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Oxford buses for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:11 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express10:25 AM Northampton
3h05
1:30 PM Oxford0 transfersDirect
national_express12:55 PM Northampton
3h10
4:05 PM Oxford0 transfersDirect
national_express3:10 PM Northampton
3h35
6:45 PM Oxford0 transfersDirect
national_express10:20 PM Northampton
5h25
3:45 AM Oxford0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 13
national_express3:35 AM Northampton
2h55
6:30 AM Oxford0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Northampton to Oxford

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Buses from Northampton to Oxford run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €23 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 61 km distance in 2h 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €23
Distance
61 km
Average bus duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
2h 50m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
23:40
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €23

Bus providers: National Express from Northampton to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Oxford with National Express for as low as €23. 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
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
€24
National Express frequency
17 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 Northampton to Oxford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Oxford can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Northampton to Oxford is €24; 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 Northampton to Oxford is 2 h 45 min   to travel the 60 km long trip, with around there are 16 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Northampton to Oxford leaves at 04: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Northampton to Oxford leaves at 23: 20.
Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from Northampton to Oxford with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the journey from Northampton to Oxford you can take a coach with National Express or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Northampton and Oxford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Northampton, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Northampton, Victoria Street (Town Centre), Northampton, London Road and Northampton, North Gate Bus Station. When arriving in Oxford, you can end your route in coach stations like Oxford, Frideswide Square, Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4) and Oxford, Thornhill Park and Ride.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Northampton, Victoria Street (Town Centre), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oxford, Frideswide Square, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Oxford from Northampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Northampton to Oxford by coach is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Northampton and Oxford including taking a coach or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Northampton to Oxford

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The major bus station for departures in Northampton is Northampton, Far Cotton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton, Far Cotton for your trip from Northampton to Oxford.
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