How to travel from Birmingham to Oxford

There are 2 options to travel between Birmingham and Oxford including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Oxford is a bus with an average price of $10 (€8).

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Oxford:

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Oxford costing on average $24 (€20).

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 20m.

The distance from Birmingham to Oxford is approximately 57 miles (92 km).

The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Oxford is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Oxford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Oxford:

• Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
• Buses mostly depart from Birmingham, Coach Station and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Oxford by bus.
• Travel with CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Cross Country to go to Oxford by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Birmingham to Oxford with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
• 6 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.

Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Cambridge, Bristol, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oxford and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Oxford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries, tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive art and archaeology collection, and walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden to enjoy diverse plant collections. Don't miss exploring the Covered Market with its local shops and eateries, and climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Some of the best sights include the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College.

For a fulfilling experience in Oxford, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its historic colleges, museums, and picturesque city center.