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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on Oct 11
$11
Average ticket price on Oct 11
$39
Fastest journey on Oct 11
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
1 h 45 m
Buses on Oct 11
13
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Birmingham 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 will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Sun, Oct 11, we found 13 buses from Oxford to Birmingham, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 11 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Oct 11 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.
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FlixBusBuses from Oxford to Birmingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Birmingham buses for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX737 · NX541 | 2:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h55 | 6:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX541 | 2:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 7:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h55 | 6:05 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX160 | 5:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h40 | 7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX541 | 6:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h40 | 10:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX541 | 7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 11:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX707 | 8:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 12:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX422 | 9:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h00 | 2:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h40 | 12:05 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h40 | 2:30 AM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX737 · NX421 | 12:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX707 | 6:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h00 | 11:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX590 | 8:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h40 | 12:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX160 | 12:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1h50 | 1:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major city museum and gallery with fine art, Birmingham history and global collections in a landmark building.
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Restored canal-side quarter with waterside walks, bars, heritage buildings and easy access to major venues.
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Michelin-starred fine dining by Aktar Islam, known for modern Indian tasting menus in an elegant canal-side setting.
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Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Birmingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Birmingham buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport). Use this guide to compare Oxford and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
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