Oxford to Cardiff bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jul 11

Cheapest price

$44

Average price

$79

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 12 m

Buses per day

21

Distance

136 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford to Cardiff will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Oxford to Cardiff without transferring at least once.

National ExpressOLOXT · NX509
05:30PM6h29
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
11:59PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$441One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX160 · NX111
02:00PM5h20
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
07:20PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$461One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressOLOXT · NX509
08:50PM6h05
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
02:55AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$481One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX160 · NX111
10:45AM5h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
04:40PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$521One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressOLOXT · NX509
11:15PM11h45
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
11:00AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$551One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Oxford to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. 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 €23, and a train costs an average of €37.

Distance: 84 miles (136 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€34

Average price

Cheapest

€78

Average price

5h 31m

Average total duration

5h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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

Live departures

Oxford to Cardiff bus times

Showing buses for today, Thursday, July 10
Last updated at 7:58 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressTALHR · NX201
Delayed
8:50 AM 4:00 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h00
11:25 AM 11:25 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
8:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
1:25 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2029:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h00
3:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 transfer
national_expressNX160 · NX111
Delayed
10:05 AM 9:45 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h55
3:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
10:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h15
3:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
11:10 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h05
5:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
12:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h10
5:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
1:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h55
7:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
2:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h30
8:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
3:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h50
9:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX201
On time
4:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h20
9:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
6:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
11:50 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX201
On time
7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h25
12:40 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
1 transfer
Friday, July 11
national_expressTALHR · NX2014:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h00
10:00 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2025:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
11:05 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2016:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
11:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX2027:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h45
1:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Cardiff

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Buses from Oxford to Cardiff run on average 30 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) 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
84 miles (136 km)
Average bus duration
5h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
$28 (€23)
Buses per day
30
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
23:55
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 companies: National Express from Oxford to Cardiff

Travel between Oxford and Cardiff from $28 (€22) with Omio’s bus partners National Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Oxford - Cardiff bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Oxford to Cardiff with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 30 min
  • Cheapest Price: $28

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