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What is the best way to travel from Basingstoke to Oxford?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Oxford from Basingstoke. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
0h 48m
£16
£17
2
Bus
0h 50m
£18
£23
1359

What is the cheapest way to reach Oxford from Basingstoke?

You can get to Oxford with just £16 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £18
tomorrow
from £18
Sunday
from £21
Monday
from £22
Tuesday
from £22
Wednesday
from £16
Thursday
from £22

    Cheapest Buses today

  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 50m
    0
    06:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    08:40
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    07:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    08:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 15m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 15m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:00
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    0h 55m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Thistle Terminal 5
    03:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £21
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    0h 55m
    0
    04:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Thistle Terminal 5
    05:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    08:50
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:25
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:00
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 5m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:00
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:35
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 25m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    0h 48m
    0
    05:49
    Basingstoke
    Central Station
    06:37
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £16
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 47m
    0
    00:05
    Basingstoke
    Central Station
    01:52
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £18
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 5m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 25m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26

What are the fastest trips from Basingstoke to Oxford?

You can get to Oxford from Basingstoke in just 0h 48m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 1h 15m
tomorrow
from 0h 50m
Sunday
from 0h 50m
Monday
from 1h 5m
Tuesday
from 0h 50m
Wednesday
from 0h 48m
Thursday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    07:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    08:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 50m
    0
    06:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    08:40
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:00
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    1h 10m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 15m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 15m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    08:50
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:00
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    0h 55m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Thistle Terminal 5
    03:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £21
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    0h 55m
    0
    04:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Thistle Terminal 5
    05:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:25
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 5m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:00
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    0h 50m
    0
    00:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:35
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 25m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    0h 48m
    0
    05:49
    Basingstoke
    Central Station
    06:37
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £16
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 47m
    0
    00:05
    Basingstoke
    Central Station
    01:52
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £18
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 5m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:05
    Oxford
    Thornhill Park and Ride
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    13:45
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    09:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    00:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • Terravision
    1h 20m
    0
    02:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    03:30
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £25
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    1h 25m
    0
    00:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
    01:25
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    £26
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Basingstoke to Oxford

What are the most popular stations in Basingstoke and Oxford?

In Basingstoke, you will usually depart from Churchill Way, Central Station or Coach Station, while in Oxford you will be arriving at Central Station, Parkway or St Giles, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Oxford from Basingstoke? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Basingstoke and Oxford, you can pay as low as £16 with a Train from CrossCountry.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Oxford in just 0h 48m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Basingstoke and Oxford are National Express, Terravision and The Airline (Oxford Bus Company), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Basingstoke and Oxford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hook or to Yarnton, and look at flights from Farnborough Airport, and landing at Oxford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Basingstoke to Oxford?

The most popular companies between Basingstoke and Oxford, are National Express, Terravision and The Airline (Oxford Bus Company). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, Terravision and The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)

Train companies: CrossCountry and Great Western Railway (GWR)

All you need to know when you travel from Basingstoke to Oxford

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Basingstoke to Oxford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Basingstoke to Oxford

How can I reach Oxford from Basingstoke?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Oxford from Basingstoke.

How far is Oxford from Basingstoke?

The distance between Basingstoke and Oxford is 55.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Basingstoke and Oxford?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 14 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Basingstoke to Oxford?

You can get to Oxford with just £16 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Oxford?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Oxford in just 0h 48m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Basingstoke and to Oxford

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Basingstoke and to Oxford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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