Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Luton to Oxford?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to Oxford: National Express Assistance Priority seating Accessible toilets.

What are the best sights in Oxford?

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Oxford are: Radcliffe Camera, an iconic circular library building and a symbol of Oxford University Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in Europe with an extensive collection of books and manuscripts Christ Church College, a historic college known for its stunning architecture and connections to Harry Potter Ashmolean Museum, the University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology with diverse collections Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in the UK featuring a wide variety of plants and themed gardens.

What are the best things to do in Oxford?

The best things to do in Oxford include: Visit the University of Oxford, explore the historic colleges and libraries of one of the world's oldest universities Tour the Ashmolean Museum, discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology at Britain's first public museum Walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden, enjoy the diverse plant collections in the oldest botanic garden in the UK Explore the Covered Market, browse through a variety of local shops and eateries in this historic market Climb the Carfax Tower, get panoramic views of Oxford from the top of this central landmark.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Luton to Oxford?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Luton to Oxford depends on the bus company: 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.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Luton to Oxford?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton to Oxford: National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Oxford

Showing times and prices for Apr 28

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$52

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 51 m

Buses per day

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Oxford will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast buses

Of the 41 buses that leave Luton for Oxford every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Apr 28 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.

NX737

02:55AM1h45

Luton, Bus Station

04:40AMOxford

$331One-way

0 transfers

NX737

11:45PM2h00

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

01:45AMOxford

$331One-way

0 transfers

NX737

01:15PM2h05

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

03:20PMOxford

$331One-way

0 transfers

NX737

03:45PM2h20

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

06:05PMOxford

$331One-way

0 transfers

NX737

03:55PM2h10

Luton, Bus Station

06:05PMOxford

$331One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Luton to Oxford bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, April 27

Last updated at 8:50 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
NX737	10:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h00	12:45 AM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · NX737	10:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	4h45	3:40 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	10:55 PM Luton, Bus Station	1h50	12:45 AM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
Monday, April 28
NX737	1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	1h55	3:40 AM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX707 · TAOXF	1:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h30	5:20 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	1:55 AM Luton, Bus Station	1h45	3:40 AM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NXA1 · UCX5	2:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h15	5:30 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	2:35 AM Luton, Bus Station	3h45	6:20 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	2:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h30	6:20 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX240 · TAOXF	4:10 AM Luton, Bus Station	3h30	7:40 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX240 · TAOXF	4:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h15	7:40 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	4:45 AM Luton, Bus Station	3h45	8:30 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	5:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h30	8:30 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX707 · TAOXF	5:00 AM Luton, Bus Station	4h00	9:00 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX707 · TAOXF	5:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h40	9:00 AM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	7:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h10	9:55 AM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX737	7:55 AM Luton, Bus Station	2h00	9:55 AM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · TAOXF	8:25 AM Luton, Bus Station	3h35	12:00 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	8:40 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h20	12:00 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	10:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h05	12:05 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX737	10:10 AM Luton, Bus Station	1h55	12:05 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX707 · UCX5	10:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h05	1:30 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX707 · UCX5	10:35 AM Luton, Bus Station	2h55	1:30 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h05	2:20 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX737	12:25 PM Luton, Bus Station	1h55	2:20 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · UCX5	12:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h05	3:30 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · UCX5	12:35 PM Luton, Bus Station	2h55	3:30 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · UCX5	1:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h10	5:00 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · UCX5	2:00 PM Luton, Bus Station	3h00	5:00 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	2:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h20	5:05 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX737	2:55 PM Luton, Bus Station	2h10	5:05 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · TAOXF	3:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h40	6:45 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · UCX5	3:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h45	7:10 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · UCX5	3:35 PM Luton, Bus Station	3h35	7:10 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	4:05 PM Luton, Bus Station	3h40	7:45 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX230 · TAOXF	4:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h25	7:45 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	6:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h05	8:05 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX707 · TAOXF	6:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h20	9:25 PM Oxford	1 transfer
NX737	6:10 PM Luton, Bus Station	1h55	8:05 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX737	8:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h00	10:15 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
NX737	8:25 PM Luton, Bus Station	1h50	10:15 PM Oxford	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Oxford

United Kingdom

Buses from Luton to Oxford run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) if you book in advance.

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

36 miles (59 km)

Average bus duration

2h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

$26 (€22)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

1h 45m

First bus

02:45

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Luton to Oxford

National Express buses will get you from Luton to Oxford from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Oxford from Luton, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Luton to Oxford bus information:

Average Duration: 1 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $26
National Express frequency: 10 a day

Buses from Luton to Oxford

Picturesque, historic Oxford is a must-visit destination in the UK, and one that's well-connected to the rest of the country by bus. At its quickest, the journey from Luton takes less than two hours, which is ideal for those flying in to Luton Airport for a quick vacation, or for those already based in Luton itself. Direct buses depart a few times a day at regular intervals.

Which bus companies travel from Luton to Oxford?

All buses along this route are provided by National Express, which is the biggest long-distance bus provider in the UK. National Express buses depart from both Luton Airport and from the center of Luton. They serve two destinations in Oxford: Oxford Gloucester Green Bus Station and the famous Oxford High Street.

How long is the bus from Luton to Oxford?

The fastest bus from Luton to Oxford takes just 1 hour 55 minutes when traveling direct from Luton Airport to Oxford Gloucester Green. Perhaps surprisingly, this is a night bus which departs at around 11:20 p.m. The slowest journey takes 4 hours 15 minutes, while the average journey takes around 3 hours.

How many buses are there from Luton to Oxford?

Travelers can expect to find around 8 direct buses per day to Oxford from Luton. These all depart from Luton Airport and reach Oxford's Gloucester Green Bus Station. There are also around 27 indirect buses on a typical day. Most of these will depart from Luton Station Interchange in downtown Luton. Most indirect trains reach Oxford Gloucester Green, but around 7 per day will reach Oxford High Street.

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

Departure bus stations: Buses depart from Luton Airport and Luton Station Interchange. Luton Airport Bus Station is located right at the terminal building of London Luton Airport. Many local and regional bus routes arrive here. Luton Station Interchange sits just outside Luton Railway Station, right in the heart of Luton.

Arrival bus stations: Buses arrive at Oxford Gloucester Green and Oxford High Street. Gloucester Green is Oxford's main bus station, located directly in the center of the city. Long-distance buses depart from here, serving London and many other UK destinations. Oxford High Street is not a bus station but a bus stop along the most famous street in Oxford.

FAQs: Bus from Luton to Oxford

FAQs: Take the bus from Luton to Oxford with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Oxford.

Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Oxford can start from as little as $26 (€22) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to Oxford is $36 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Luton to Oxford bus travel time is 1 h 45 min for the 37 mile (59 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Luton to Oxford leaves at 2: 45AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Luton to Oxford leaves at 11: 55PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Luton to Oxford without having to change trains with National Express. There are 14 direct buses from Luton to Oxford each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a bus from Luton to Oxford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oxford. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Luton and Oxford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Oxford from Luton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Luton to Oxford is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Luton to Oxford including taking a bus or train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to Oxford:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Luton to Oxford for bus company National Express.

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Oxford are:

Radcliffe Camera, an iconic circular library building and a symbol of Oxford University
Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in Europe with an extensive collection of books and manuscripts
Christ Church College, a historic college known for its stunning architecture and connections to Harry Potter
Ashmolean Museum, the University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology with diverse collections
Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in the UK featuring a wide variety of plants and themed gardens.

The best things to do in Oxford include:

Visit the University of Oxford, explore the historic colleges and libraries of one of the world's oldest universities
Tour the Ashmolean Museum, discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology at Britain's first public museum
Walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden, enjoy the diverse plant collections in the oldest botanic garden in the UK
Explore the Covered Market, browse through a variety of local shops and eateries in this historic market
Climb the Carfax Tower, get panoramic views of Oxford from the top of this central landmark.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Luton to Oxford depends on the bus company:

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.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Luton to Oxford.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton to Oxford:

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 bus ticket from Luton to Oxford:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Luton to Oxford.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Luton to Oxford with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Luton to Oxford with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Luton to Oxford with the following bus company: National Express.

Popular bus stations from Luton to Oxford

Luton

Oxford

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

Luton, Station Interchange

Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)