The cheapest and fastest buses from Northampton to Oxford
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
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.
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.






Travel Information
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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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 AM Northampton | 3h05 | 1:30 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Northampton | 3h10 | 4:05 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Northampton | 3h35 | 6:45 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Northampton | 5h25 | 3:45 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 13 | |||||
![]() | 3:35 AM Northampton | 2h55 | 6:30 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Oxford
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.
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 |
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
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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.

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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Northampton to Oxford
- 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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