Is there a way to reach Oxford from Portsmouth 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. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus trip from Portsmouth to Oxford?

The travel time from Portsmouth to Oxford is about 4h 10m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 3h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 67 miles (107 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Portsmouth and Oxford?

About 67 miles (107 km) separate Portsmouth and Oxford.

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

If you're headed to Oxford from Portsmouth, chances are that your bus will leave from The Hard Interchange and arrive at Gloucester Green. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Portsmouth to Oxford?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Portsmouth to Oxford by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $34, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

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

The average price of a one-way ticket from Portsmouth to Oxford is $57. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $34 and $68, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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 Footprints Tours, City Sightseeing Oxford, Tooley's Boatyard, Shotover Country Park and The Ashmolean Museum.

Portsmouth to Oxford Bus Tickets

TodayApr 26

from $38

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 3:25pm
Departure city: Portsmouth
Departure location: The Hard Interchange
Arrival time: April 26 at 8:37pm
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 12m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 8:10pm
Departure city: Portsmouth
Departure location: The Hard Interchange
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:55pm
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 45m
Departure time: April 26 at 3:20am
Departure city: Portsmouth
Departure location: The Hard Interchange
Arrival time: April 26 at 7:20am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: April 26 at 3:20am
Departure city: Portsmouth
Departure location: The Hard Interchange
Arrival time: April 26 at 7:20am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: April 26 at 6:05am
Departure city: Portsmouth
Departure location: The Hard Interchange
Arrival time: April 26 at 10:00am
Destination city: Oxford
Destination location: Gloucester Green
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 55m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portsmouth to Oxford.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $68	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Portsmouth to Oxford

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portsmouth to Oxford: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$57

Average bus trip duration4h 10m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure3:20am

Distance67 miles (107 km)

Latest bus departure8:10pm

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,148 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29148 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $34.00

National Express Portsmouth Oxford recent customer reviews

Clean coaches,polite and helpful staff,very good time keeping.Well. Done

Robert T.

October 22, 2017

Megabus UK

3.5/54,161 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Customers have expressed positive feedback about Megabus, mentioning the comfortable and affordable travel experience. They appreciate the on-time buses and helpful staff. Some reviews noted running late due to heavy traffic but still arriving at their destination without issues. Overall, customers would choose Megabus again for future travels.

Megabus Portsmouth Oxford recent customer reviews

Comfortable way to travel. Very cheap we did run late but to be expected because hit heavy work traffic in Southampton but got to destination on time with no problems would definitely travel Megabus again

Jeanette K.

December 9, 2023

I have never been on a Megabus before. Really enjoyed. Bus on time. People helpful.

Rosemarie P.

September 27, 2023

Good driver. Very comfortable trip.

John H.

March 25, 2024

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Portsmouth and Oxford?

Stops in Portsmouth

A - The Hard Interchange

B - Portsmouth (Rudmore Roundabout)

C - International Port

D - Hilsea Bus Stop (Drayton Garage Services)

E - Portsmouth Bus Stop The Hard F

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 Portsmouth - Oxford

Is there a way to reach Oxford from Portsmouth without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Portsmouth to Oxford?
What is the distance between Portsmouth and Oxford?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portsmouth to Oxford?
What is the cheapest way to go from Portsmouth to Oxford?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Portsmouth to Oxford?
What are the best sights and things to do in Oxford?

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

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04/24

$38

04/25

$41

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$38

04/27

$37

04/28

$33

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05/01

$35

The cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Oxford was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $71 for a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-04-28.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Portsmouth to Oxford.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Portsmouth to Oxford.

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

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

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