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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains to Oxford from Leicester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 25m
£7
£11
33
Train
2h 5m
£29
£40
6
Car
1h 20m
£7
£8
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Oxford from Leicester?

You can reach Oxford with just £7 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £10
Friday
from £13
Saturday
from £7
Sunday
from £12
Monday
from £8
Tuesday
from £12
Wednesday
from £7

    Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 30m
    0
    21:40
    Birmingham Airport
    23:10
    Oxford
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £10
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    11:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    12:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:00
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 45m
    0
    06:25
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    11:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 26m
    0
    06:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    2h 27m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:17
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    2h 7m
    0
    07:07
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £59

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    12:20
    Oxford
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £7
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    12:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 40m
    0
    17:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 26m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    08:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £29
  • CrossCountry
    2h 25m
    0
    06:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:13
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £29
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    08:16
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:40
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £29
  • CrossCountry
    2h 26m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:16
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £33

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    06:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 40m
    0
    00:55
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    02:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    06:25
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    12:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    15:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:00
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    11:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    12:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    15:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:00
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8

What are the fastest trips from Leicester to Oxford?

You can get to Oxford from Leicester in just 1h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 30m
Friday
from 1h 25m
Saturday
from 1h 20m
Sunday
from 1h 25m
Monday
from 1h 30m
Tuesday
from 1h 25m
Wednesday
from 1h 25m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    11:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 30m
    0
    21:40
    Birmingham Airport
    23:10
    Oxford
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £10

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:00
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    11:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 7m
    0
    07:07
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £59
  • CrossCountry
    2h 26m
    0
    06:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    2h 27m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:17
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £51

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    12:20
    Oxford
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £7
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 40m
    0
    17:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 40m
    0
    00:55
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    02:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 5m
    0
    07:08
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:13
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £36
  • CrossCountry
    2h 24m
    0
    08:16
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:40
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £29
  • CrossCountry
    2h 25m
    0
    06:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:13
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £29
  • CrossCountry
    2h 26m
    0
    05:48
    Leicester
    Central Station
    08:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £29

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    06:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:10
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 40m
    0
    00:55
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    02:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    03:45
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:35
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    12:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    15:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:00
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 30m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    11:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    13:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:00
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    16:50
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    03:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    05:25
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    12:15
    Oxford
    Sandhills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leicester to Oxford

What are the most popular stations in Leicester and Oxford?

In Leicester, you will usually depart from Central Station, Fosse Park or St. Margaret's Bus 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 Leicester? With 6 connections between 2 Bus, Carpool and Train 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 Leicester and Oxford, you can pay as low as £7 with a Bus from National Express.

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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Oxford in just 1h 20m.

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 Leicester and Oxford are National Express, CrossCountry and BlaBlaCar, 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 Leicester 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 Oadby or to Yarnton, and look at flights from East Midlands 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 Leicester to Oxford?

The most popular companies between Leicester and Oxford, are National Express, CrossCountry and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: CrossCountry

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leicester 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 Leicester to Oxford

How can I reach Oxford from Leicester?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Oxford from Leicester.

How far is Oxford from Leicester?

The distance between Leicester and Oxford is 98.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leicester 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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 17 kgs, and a flight 24 kgs.

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

You can get to Oxford with just £7 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester 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 1h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Leicester and to Oxford

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

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