- Must visit
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Oxford will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Oxford without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Bristol to Oxford run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Oxford.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 6h13 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:12PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 6h32 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 07:28PM | Duration 6h33 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:51PM | Duration 6h16 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 6h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:53PM | Duration 5h38 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:49AM | Duration 5h39 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 01:56AM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:54AM | Duration 5h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:54AM | Duration 5h39 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Oxford buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX202 · TAOXF | 4:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h10 | 8:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX201 · TAOXF | 6:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h20 | 10:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h00 | 10:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 12:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 1:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 8:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h54 | 11:59 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · OLOXT | 9:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h54 | 2:54 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX201 · TAOXF | 1:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h20 | 5:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 3:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h10 | 7:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · TAOXF | 4:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 8:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 5:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 9:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · TAOXF | 6:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h20 | 10:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 6:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h20 | 11:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · OLOXT | 7:30 AM Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h13 | 1:43 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · TAOXF | 8:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 9:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 1:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · OLOXT | 9:05 AM Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h32 | 3:37 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · TAOXF | 10:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 2:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 3:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · TAOXF | 12:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 4:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · OLOXT | 12:55 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h33 | 7:28 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 1:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 5:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · TAOXF | 2:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 6:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · OLOXT | 2:35 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 6h16 | 8:51 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · TAOXF | 3:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h30 | 7:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
World-famous museum of archaeology and anthropology with remarkable collections from ancient Egypt to Pacific cultures.
Britain’s oldest public museum displays global art and archaeology, including classical sculpture, paintings, and Egyptian antiquities.
Oxford’s historic main street is lined with colleges, churches, and grand facades, making it essential for first-time visitors.
A central square framed by the Bodleian, Radcliffe Camera, and university buildings, offering one of Oxford’s defining views.
A peaceful riverside path popular for walking and punting views, giving a greener, more local side of Oxford.
A hearty Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and veal, often seasoned with lemon and herbs. It is a long-standing county specialty linked to local butchers.
A rustic Oxfordshire pie of seasoned pork, bacon, apples and cider. It reflects the county's farming traditions and classic English pub cooking.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants, raisins and spice. It is one of Oxfordshire's best-known historic baked treats.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Historic riverside pub with a strong reputation for cask ales and classic British dishes in a traditional and atmospheric setting.
Historic covered market institution serving Oxford sausages, breakfasts and traditional British comfort food in a casual setting.
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is manageable, but central accommodation and tourist-area meals raise daily budgets.
Restaurants may add 10-12.5% service; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Gloucester Green Bus Station -> Oxford City Centre
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Most Bristol to Oxford buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Oxford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bristol, University Queens Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and eateries in vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, University Queens Road. ATMs are aTMs available at nearby locations.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, University Queens Road.
Available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Wheelchair accessible via ramps.
Bristol, Clifton Down is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, Clifton Down. ATMs are available at Bristol, Clifton Down.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Clifton Down.
Available at Bristol, Clifton Down: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Clifton Down: Accessible by ramps or lifts.
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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