How to travel from Nottingham to Bicester

Sat, Sep 19
+ Add return
Travel by train, bus with
CrossCountry
National Express
Chiltern Railways
East Midlands Railway
east_midlands_trains
1,000+ more
CrossCountry
National Express
Chiltern Railways
East Midlands Railway
east_midlands_trains
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Bicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Bicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, while a train costs an average of $86.

Distance: 72 miles (117 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

$86

Average price

$35

Average price

Cheapest

$31

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 40m

Average total duration

5h 10m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 49m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

CrossCountry

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Bicester is a bus with an average price of $28.

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Bicester:

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Bicester costing on average $51.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Bicester is by train with an average journey time of 3h 3m.

Other travel options to Bicester take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Bicester including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham to Bicester among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $51 compared to roughly $31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.13. The journey takes 2h 33m versus 1h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Travel options
from Nottingham to Bicester

How to get from Nottingham to Bicester by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 PM5h50
    Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 PM5h50
    Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01097 · W29924+Chiltern RailwaysL38353
    8:07 AM2h46
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    10:53 AMBicester North (BCS)
    $991One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayC21319+CrossCountryG01141+Chiltern RailwaysL38419
    8:53 AM3h00
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    11:53 AMBicester North (BCS)
    $991One-way
    2 transfers
  • CrossCountryG00746 · G01179+Chiltern RailwaysL38425
    9:41 AM3h12
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    12:53 PMBicester North (BCS)
    $991One-way
    2 transfers
  • CrossCountryG00744+Chiltern RailwaysL38419
    8:41 AM3h12
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    11:53 AMBicester North (BCS)
    $991One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:20 AM7h45
    Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    4:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 AM8h00
    Nottingham, University of Nottingham
    4:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $361One-way
    1 transfer

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
Sep 19
Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Nottingham to Bicester

Travel to Bicester 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 Nottingham to Bicester.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Bicester including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Bicester is a bus with an average price of $35.

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Bicester:

A bus is $51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Bicester costing on average $86.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Bicester is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.

Other travel options to Bicester take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 40m.

The distance from Nottingham to Bicester is approximately 72 miles (117 km).
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Bicester is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Bicester 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 Nottingham to Bicester:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Bicester North (BCS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Bicester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Bicester by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country to go to Bicester by train.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham to Bicester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Oxford, Milton Keynes, London Marylebone (MYB), Wembley. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bicester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bicester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bicester, you can enjoy a visit to Bicester Village for discounted luxury shopping, explore the historical Bicester Heritage site, or relax in Garth Park. For outdoor activities, Bure Park Nature Reserve offers scenic walks and wildlife observation, while Oxfordshire countryside trails are perfect for cycling. The Bicester Leisure Centre provides swimming and fitness options, and golfers can play a round at Bicester Hotel Golf and Spa. Don’t miss the charm of St. Edburg's Church or the variety at the Bicester Avenue Garden Centre. Local markets offer fresh produce and unique crafts for those interested in shopping.
To fully explore Bicester, including its renowned shopping destination Bicester Village, a stay of one to two days is generally sufficient.

Travelling from Nottingham to Bicester: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to United KingdomTravel to BicesterHow to travel from Nottingham to Bicester

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone