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 €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. 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 €20, while a train costs an average of €53.

Distance: 123 miles (199 km)

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Train

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€53

Average price

6h 6m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Greater Anglia

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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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
    3:00 PM7h20
    Norwich, Bus Station
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    151One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 PM7h20
    Norwich, Bus Station
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    151One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • East Midlands RailwayC04462+Great NorthernC93378+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayY15424
    10:52 AM3h51
    Norwich station (NRW)
    2:43 PMOxford station (OXF)
    1231One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayC04457+Great NorthernC93358+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayY15403
    8:52 AM3h51
    Norwich station (NRW)
    12:43 PMOxford station (OXF)
    1231One-way
    3 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC04459+Great NorthernC93368+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayY15422
    9:51 AM3h52
    Norwich station (NRW)
    1:43 PMOxford station (OXF)
    1231One-way
    3 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP66837+ThameslinkC02735+Great Western RailwayC42226+CrossCountryG00886
    11:27 AM4h11
    Norwich station (NRW)
    3:38 PMOxford station (OXF)
    1231One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 AM7h00
    Norwich, Bus Station
    4:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    211One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX490 · OLOXT
    3:45 PM6h15
    Norwich, Bus Station
    10:00 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    321One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX491 · OLOXT
    6:35 AM6h11
    Norwich, Bus Station
    12:46 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    331One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Norwich to Oxford

Travel to Oxford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Norwich to Oxford.

FAQs
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 €20.

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

A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Oxford costing on average €53.

The fastest way to travel from Norwich to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 6m.

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 7 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, Chiltern Railways, 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, 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.

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