How do I get from Oxford to Birmingham without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Oxford to Birmingham?

The travel time from Oxford to Birmingham is about 4h, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 1h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 58 miles (93 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Oxford from Birmingham?

The distance between the two cities is 58 miles (93 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Oxford to Birmingham leave from Gloucester Green and arrive at Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Birmingham?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Oxford to Birmingham by choosing to travel by bus. $12 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Birmingham from Oxford.

How much does a bus ticket from Oxford to Birmingham cost?

The average bus ticket price from Oxford to Birmingham is $27. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $12 and $57, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can you do a day trip from Oxford to Birmingham?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Oxford to Birmingham. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Oxford and Birmingham is about 2h 30m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Birmingham before returning to Oxford in the evening.

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

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, National Motorcycle Museum, Gas Street Basin, Cadbury World and Twycross Zoo.

Oxford to Birmingham Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

TodayApr 26

from $26

TomorrowApr 27

from $21

MonApr 28

from $13

TueApr 29

from $12

WedApr 30

from $12

ThuMay 1

from $12

FriMay 2

from $13

Cheap buses leaving today

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 10:45am
Departure city: Oxford
Departure location: Gloucester Green
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 5:45pm
Departure city: Oxford
Departure location: Gloucester Green
Arrival time: April 26 at 7:25pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 40m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:30am
Departure city: Oxford
Departure location: Gloucester Green
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:30am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: April 26 at 8:00pm
Departure city: Oxford
Departure location: Gloucester Green
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:10am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: Stagecoach (United Counties)
Stagecoach (United Counties)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:30am
Departure city: Oxford
Departure location: Gloucester Green
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:30am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h

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Compare 3 ways to go from Oxford to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $57	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$13 - $187	Average Duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $17	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Oxford to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oxford to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$27

Average bus trip duration4h

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure12:50am

Distance53 miles (84 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,148 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers who made their journeys comfortable. The trips were generally smooth, with accurate timing to destinations like Birmingham. However, there was a concern about potential delays due to driving hour limits which could impact travel plans if not managed efficiently by the company.

National Express Oxford Birmingham recent customer reviews

Very smooth journey. The timing was accurate and got to Birmingham at exact stipulated time.

Solagbade A.

January 9, 2025

First of all the bus came late more than 30 minutes then there was a changes course which made my arrival more delayed

Bella A.

September 5, 2024

It wasn’t made clear where to get the bus from (bus stop) so I have missed the bus

Charlotte M.

March 26, 2024

Stagecoach (United Counties)

4/515 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0

Megabus UK

3.5/54,161 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4161 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $31.00

Megabus Oxford Birmingham recent customer reviews

Service was over an hour late, and ended up arriving almost three hours late. It was way too hot on board, the wifi did not work and there were no power outlets to charge my phone.

Lottie D.

October 2, 2023

Pleasant hassle free trip

Alan B.

April 3, 2024

Bus driver is cheerful

Yukio K.

July 26, 2023

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Oxford to Birmingham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Oxford and Birmingham?

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

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oxford - Birmingham

How do I get from Oxford to Birmingham without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Oxford to Birmingham?
How far is Oxford from Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oxford to Birmingham?
What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Birmingham?
How much does a bus ticket from Oxford to Birmingham cost?
Can you do a day trip from Oxford to Birmingham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/24

$23

04/25

$26

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$26

04/27

$21

04/28

$13

04/29

$12

04/30

$12

05/01

$12

The cheapest trip from Oxford to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oxford to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $64 for a bus ticket from Oxford to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-04-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Oxford and Birmingham!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Oxford to Birmingham.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oxford to Birmingham will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Oxford to Birmingham.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Where are the popular stops in Oxford and Birmingham?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oxford - Birmingham

How do I get from Oxford to Birmingham without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Oxford to Birmingham?

How far is Oxford from Birmingham?

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

What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Birmingham?

How much does a bus ticket from Oxford to Birmingham cost?

Can you do a day trip from Oxford to Birmingham?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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