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The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum
Major civic museum and gallery with Dundee history, natural science, and fine art in a landmark Gothic Revival building.
Cheapest price
€97
Average price
€97
Fastest journey
15 h 5 m
Average duration
15 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
535 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Dundee will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Dundee without transferring at least 2 times.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €71.
Distance: 332 miles (535 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€97 Average price | €134 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Dundee:
A flight is €58 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oxford to Dundee costing on average €97.
A flight is €94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Dundee costing on average €134.
Other travel options to Dundee take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 49m.
Bus takes on average 10h 3m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €97 |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Dundee buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Oxford | 15h05 | 9:55 AM Dundee | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Oxford to Dundee run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €97 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 06:39, the last at 16:24. The fastest bus covers the 332 miles (535 km) distance in 15h 5m.
Distance 332 miles (535 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €97 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 5m |
First bus 6:39 AM |
Last bus 4:24 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) -> Dundee City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Dundee buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Dundee 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.
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