How to travel from Norwich to Oxford

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Compare train and bus for Norwich to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 786 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of NOK 786, while a train costs an average of NOK 898.

Distance: 123 miles (199 km)

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NOK 786

Average price

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NOK 898

Average price

NOK 485

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

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3h 29m

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2h 59m

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3h 20m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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National Express

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Greater Anglia

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Compare ways to travel from Norwich to Oxford

Compare the available ways to get from Norwich to Oxford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Norwich to Oxford is a bus with an average price of NOK 786.

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

A bus is NOK 113 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Oxford costing on average NOK 898.

The fastest way to travel from Norwich to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Norwich and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Norwich to Oxford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around NOK 786 compared to roughly NOK 485 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -NOK 300. The journey takes 6h 5m versus 3h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Norwich to Oxford

How to get from Norwich to Oxford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Norwich to Oxford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Greater AngliaP01252+Elizabeth lineC37363+Great Western RailwayW34884
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Greater AngliaP01270+Chiltern RailwaysL37775+TubeTube from Farringdon to London Marylebone+Elizabeth lineC37296
    3 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP02354+Chiltern RailwaysL37936+Elizabeth lineC37315+TubeTube from Farringdon to London Marylebone
    3 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP67116+Great Western RailwayW34903+Elizabeth lineC37345
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Norwich to Oxford

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There are 2 options to travel between Norwich and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Norwich to Oxford is a bus with an average price of NOK 786.

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

A bus is NOK 113 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Oxford costing on average NOK 898.

The fastest way to travel from Norwich to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 35m.

The distance from Norwich to Oxford is approximately 123 miles (199 km).
The average frequency per day from Norwich to Oxford is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Norwich 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 Norwich to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Norwich station (NRW) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Norwich, Bus Station and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Norwich to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Oxford by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia, Great Northern to go to Oxford by train.
Omio customers who travel from Norwich to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, London Heathrow Airport. 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.

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