The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Oxford
Cheapest price
13S$
Average price
43S$
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Oxford will cost around 43S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 13S$.
Of the 11 buses that leave Birmingham for Oxford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
FlixBus7:30 AM2h10Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway9:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station13 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:50 PM1h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway1:20 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station13 S$1One-way0 changes
NX1605:00 PM2h05Birmingham, Coach Station7:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station21 S$1One-way0 changes
NX1608:40 AM1h40Birmingham, Coach Station10:20 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station21 S$1One-way0 changes
NX1601:30 PM1h55Birmingham, Coach Station3:25 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station21 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:50 PM1h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway1:20 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station13 S$1One-way0 changes
NX1608:40 AM1h40Birmingham, Coach Station10:20 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station21 S$1One-way0 changes
NX1601:30 PM1h55Birmingham, Coach Station3:25 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station21 S$1One-way0 changes
NX1605:00 PM2h05Birmingham, Coach Station7:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station21 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:30 AM2h10Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway9:40 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station13 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 8S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. 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 coach costs an average of 8S$, and a train costs an average of 13S$.
Distance: 92 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
21S$ Average Price Cheapest | 38S$ Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Oxford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Oxford coaches for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX707 · NX737 | On time 7:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h30 | 1:20 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
NX707 · UCX5 | 1:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h55 | 6:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX422 · UCX5 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 7:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX421 · UCX5 | 5:10 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 9:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h10 | 9:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX160 | Delayed 11:30 AM 8:40 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 1h40 | 9:35 AM 9:35 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX737 | 9:55 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX160 | On time 1:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX160 | On time 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h05 | 7:05 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Birmingham to Oxford coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Oxford.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Oxford.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Oxford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Oxford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Oxford
Buses from Birmingham to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 8S$ if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price 8S$ |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to OxfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Oxford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as 8S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Oxford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Oxford by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Oxford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90

