Oxford to Birmingham International Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport

Showing times and prices for Feb 01

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 32 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

85 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Oxford for Birmingham International Airport on Sun, Feb 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Feb 01 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .

On Sun, Feb 01 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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
09:45AM4h40
Oxford
02:25PMBirmingham International Airport
161One-way
0 transfers
National Express
01:10PM4h15
Oxford
05:25PMBirmingham International Airport
251One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:50PM4h40
Oxford
01:30AMBirmingham International Airport
341One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Oxford to Birmingham International Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 85 km

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Train

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€36

Average price

2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

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30m

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Live departures

Oxford to Birmingham International Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Birmingham International Airport buses for today, Saturday, January 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:44 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX160 · NX7772:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
6:25 PM Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)1 transfer
Sunday, February 1
national_express9:45 AM Oxford
4h40
2:25 PM Birmingham International Airport0 transfersDirect
national_express1:10 PM Oxford
4h15
5:25 PM Birmingham International Airport0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport

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Buses from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 85 km distance in 3h 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
85 km
Average bus duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
21:30
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 from Oxford to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Birmingham International Airport with National Express for as low as €17. 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
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
€16
National Express frequency
11 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 Oxford to Birmingham International Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Birmingham International Airport is €23; 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 Oxford to Birmingham International Airport is 3h 5m to travel the 85 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 Oxford to Birmingham International Airport leaves at 12:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport leaves at 9:30 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham International Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Birmingham International Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham International Airport from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Birmingham International Airport including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 Oxford to Birmingham International Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport:
  • 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 Oxford to Birmingham International Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Oxford to Birmingham International Airport

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Birmingham
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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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