Oxford to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to London

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€37

Fastest journey

1 h 44 m

Average duration

1 h 46 m

Buses per day

94

Distance

83 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford to London will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast buses

Of the 94 buses that leave Oxford for London on Wed, Apr 01, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Apr 01 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .

On Wed, Apr 01 the slowest buses will take 1 h 48 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 ExpressNX423
    4:45 AM2h05
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    6:50 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    231One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    3:52 PM2h25
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    6:17 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    3:22 PM2h20
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    5:42 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    1:00 AM1h45
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    2:45 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressOLOXT
    7:40 AM2h34
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    10:14 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Oxford to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to London 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 19m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 83 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

2h 9m

Average total duration

1h 39m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Oxford to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to London buses for today, Tuesday, March 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressOLOXT
Delayed
2:37 PM 1:46 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
4:57 PM 4:57 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
Delayed
2:37 PM 1:58 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:57 PM 4:57 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
Delayed
2:37 PM 2:10 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:57 PM 4:57 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
Delayed
2:37 PM 2:22 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:57 PM 4:57 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
2:37 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:57 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
2:52 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
5:17 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX0353:05 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
5:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX4033:05 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
5:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:07 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
5:32 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX030
On time
3:25 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
5:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
6:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
3:45 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h00
6:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX444
On time
4:05 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX032
On time
4:05 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h16
6:21 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h16
6:41 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
4:25 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h10
7:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h16
7:01 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX0354:55 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX4034:55 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h03
7:08 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h04
7:29 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h04
7:49 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX504
On time
6:00 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h20
8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
6:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h59
8:04 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
6:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h59
8:29 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
6:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h15
9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX030
On time
6:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h15
9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h58
8:58 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
7:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h58
9:28 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX0357:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
10:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX032
On time
7:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
10:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
8:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h56
9:56 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX025
On time
8:35 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h24
10:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
9:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h53
10:53 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
10:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h59
11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX03510:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h20
3:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX03510:50 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
5h00
3:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
Delayed
12:00 AM 11:01 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h44
1:45 AM 1:45 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
12:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
1:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX035
Delayed
12:50 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h00
9:00 AM 9:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
1:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h45
2:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
2:20 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h30
4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX4442:20 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h30
4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX035
Delayed
2:50 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h30
9:00 AM 9:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h48
4:48 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX0323:20 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h30
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:35 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h48
5:23 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX4233:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h05
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX403
Delayed
3:50 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h30
5:50 PM 5:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:55 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h14
6:09 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h14
6:29 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:27 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h09
6:36 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:37 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h14
6:51 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:47 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h14
7:01 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX0324:55 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
7:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX035
Delayed
4:55 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
9:00 AM 9:00 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
4:55 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:03 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h41
7:44 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:13 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h41
7:54 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h39
8:04 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h39
8:19 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
5:55 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h39
8:34 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX4445:55 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
6:10 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h39
8:49 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX403
Delayed
6:15 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h05
5:50 PM 5:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
6:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h39
9:04 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
6:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h34
9:14 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX035
On time
7:00 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
7:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h27
9:27 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
7:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h27
9:47 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
7:35 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h27
10:02 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
7:40 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
7:58 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h21
10:19 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX0328:00 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
8:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h19
10:34 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
8:35 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h19
10:54 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX4448:40 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h40
11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX035
On time
9:00 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
9:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h15
11:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX0329:20 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
12:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
9:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h15
11:35 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
9:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h15
11:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
9:40 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
10:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
12:11 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
10:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
12:31 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
10:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
12:51 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
10:40 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
11:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
1:11 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX035
On time
11:00 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
1:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
11:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
1:31 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX03211:20 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h00
2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
11:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
1:51 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
11:40 AM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
11:55 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
2:06 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX40112:00 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
2:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX03012:00 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
2:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
12:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
2:21 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
12:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
2:36 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
12:40 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
2:51 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
12:40 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
12:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
3:06 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX035
On time
1:00 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX0321:00 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h50
3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
1:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
3:21 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
1:20 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
3h10
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
1:22 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
3:33 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
1:34 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
3:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
1:46 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h11
3:57 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
1:58 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:18 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALGW · NX5022:05 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h45
4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
2:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
2:22 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:42 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressTALHR · NX5042:25 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX4442:25 PM Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
2h55
5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressOLOXT
On time
2:37 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h20
4:57 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
2:52 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
5:17 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressOLOXT
On time
3:07 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h25
5:32 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to London

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Buses from Oxford to London run on average 68 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €7 by train.

There are 64 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 83 km distance in 1h 25m.

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 €7
Distance
83 km
Average bus duration
1h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
68
Direct buses
64
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
12:01 AM
Last bus
11:57 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach Oxfordshire from Oxford to LondonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach Oxfordshire for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€21
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
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€25
Megabus frequency
18 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.

Stagecoach Oxfordshire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
€18
Stagecoach Oxfordshire frequency
15 a day

Buses from Oxford to London

Taking the bus is an easy way to travel from Oxford to London, with services departing throughout the day, every day of the year. Starting early in the morning before 4:00 a.m. at least one bus leaves for London from Oxford every day, with as many as 5 direct buses per hour at peak periods and more than 50 services in total on most days. The journey time isn't long, ranging from 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from Oxford to London?

When travelers take a bus from Oxford to London, choosing bus companies isn't a challenge. National Express is the sole operator on the route.

How long is the bus from Oxford to London?

Journeys by bus from Oxford to London won't take long. The shortest journey times are 1 hour 40 minutes, while even the slowest services only take 2 hours 30 minutes when no changes are required.

How many buses are there from London to Oxford?

Over 50 direct bus services depart from Oxford for London every day of the week, no matter what time of year. Buses start around 4:00 a.m. and continue until well after midnight.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Oxford to London?

Departure Bus Station: Buses to London will leave from Oxford's Gloucester Green Bus Station, which can be found in the city center. From the centre, travelers can easily get to the bus station on foot, and doing so shouldn't take more than 20 minutes. But local buses are also available. The 7 Gold is a handy option from George Street, while those arriving at Oxford Station can catch the number 1 bus.

Arrival Bus Station: No matter what time they travel, passengers taking buses from Oxford to London will arrive at London Victoria Coach Station. The Coach Station is located a mile or so west of central London, not far from Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, and the Houses of Parliament. To head into town, passengers should walk to Victoria Station and catch the Underground or hop on local buses towards Oxford Street and Westminster. Those headed to Heathrow or Gatwick Airports can also catch direct National Express coaches from Victoria Coach Station, or they can head to Victoria or Paddington stations to hook up with express rail connections.

FAQs: Bus from Oxford to London

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to London can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to London 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 London is 1h 25m to travel the 83 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 London leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to London leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, there are 64 direct coaches a day from Oxford to London with National Express, Megabus, Stagecoach Oxfordshire. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to London, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach Oxfordshire for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride, Oxford, Sandhills . When arriving in London , you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, York Road (London Eye), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Bow Church Station (Stop A), London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Earl's Court, London, Marble Arch, London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Lithos Road, London, St John's Wood, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Golders Green Station, London, Stirling Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Sealand Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Lewisham, London, Canada Square South (Canary Wharf Station), London, Eltham, London, New Cross Gate, London, Mile End / Aberavon Rd, London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), London, Walworth, London, Leman Street / Buckle Street (Aldgate East), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Hatton Cross Station (Stop B), London, Bethnal Green, Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to London is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and London including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to London:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to London for coach company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to London 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to London:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to London:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Oxford to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to London with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to London with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to London with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Oxford to London

Oxford
London
The major bus station for departures 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 from Oxford to London.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
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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
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
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Oxford, Sandhills
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