Is there a way to reach Oxford from Bedford without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Oxford without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Oxford from Bedford by bus?

The travel time from Bedford to Oxford is about 2h 15m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 2h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 43 miles (69 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Bedford and Oxford?

About 43 miles (69 km) separate Bedford and Oxford.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bedford to Oxford?

If you're headed to Oxford from Bedford, chances are that your bus will leave from Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O and arrive at Gloucester Green. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Bedford to Oxford?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. $15 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Oxford from Bedford.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Bedford to Oxford?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Bedford to Oxford is $16. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $15 and $16, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Bedford to Oxford?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Bedford to Oxford! The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Bedford and Oxford is about 4h 30m. So you'll have enough time to visit Oxford before returning to Bedford in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Oxford?

Once in Oxford, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Kassam Football Stadium, Hobbs of Henley Ltd, Bill Spectre's Ghost Trail, City Sightseeing Oxford and Sulgrave Manor.

Bedford to Oxford Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 4:15am
Departure city: Bedford
Departure location: Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O
Arrival time: May 1 at 6:30am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: Stagecoach (United Counties)
Stagecoach (United Counties)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m
Departure time: May 1 at 5:15am
Departure city: Bedford
Departure location: Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O
Arrival time: May 1 at 7:30am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: Stagecoach (United Counties)
Stagecoach (United Counties)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m
Departure time: May 1 at 5:45am
Departure city: Bedford
Departure location: Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O
Arrival time: May 1 at 8:00am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: Stagecoach (United Counties)
Stagecoach (United Counties)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m
Departure time: May 1 at 6:15am
Departure city: Bedford
Departure location: Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O
Arrival time: May 1 at 8:30am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: Stagecoach (United Counties)
Stagecoach (United Counties)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m
Departure time: May 1 at 6:45am
Departure city: Bedford
Departure location: Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O
Arrival time: May 1 at 9:00am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: Stagecoach (United Counties)
Stagecoach (United Counties)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m

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Bus Bedford to Oxford: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$16

Average bus trip duration2h 15m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure4:15am

Distance43 miles (69 km)

Latest bus departure7:55pm

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Stagecoach (United Counties)

4/515 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0

Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality of the bus service, noting that it left and arrived on time. The ride was pleasant overall, although some mentioned that the bus was quite noisy.

Stagecoach (United Counties) Bedford Oxford recent customer reviews

The bus left on time, arrived on time. Pleasant ride

Marion B.

September 22, 2024

Very happy with the service but the bus was very noisy???

Geoffrey G.

March 17, 2023

Megabus UK

3.5/54,162 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Bedford and Oxford?

Stops in Bedford

A - Bedford Bus Station - Bays N and O

Stops in Oxford

A - Gloucester Green

B - Oxford High Str Stop

C - Oxford Bus Stop St Giles

D - 426 Old Abingdon Rd

E - 94 St Aldate's

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bedford - Oxford

Is there a way to reach Oxford from Bedford without a car?
How long does it take to get to Oxford from Bedford by bus?
What is the distance between Bedford and Oxford?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bedford to Oxford?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Bedford to Oxford?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Bedford to Oxford?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Bedford to Oxford?
What are the best sights and things to do in Oxford?

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You can expect to pay from $13 to $13 for a bus ticket from Bedford to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-05-02.

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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