How to travel from Glasgow to Oxford

There are 3 options to travel between Glasgow and Oxford including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Oxford is a flight with an average price of $42 (€34).

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

A flight is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glasgow to Oxford costing on average $49 (€40).

A flight is $76 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Oxford costing on average $117 (€96).

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Oxford is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 25m.

Bus takes on average 9h 11m.

The distance from Glasgow to Oxford is approximately 309 miles (498 km).

The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Oxford is:

• Around 25 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Glasgow International Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Central (GLC) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
• Buses mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

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

• Travel with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express to go to Oxford by train.
• Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Oxford by bus.
• Travel with easyJet, British Airways, BA Cityflyer to go to Oxford by flight.

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

• 0 direct buses per day with Megabus.
• 23 direct flights per day with easyJet, British Airways, BA Cityflyer.

Omio customers who travel from Glasgow to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cambridge, Bristol. 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.