Oxford to Cardiff bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 26 Mar

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$70

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 7 m

Buses per day

30

Distance

136 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Cardiff will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $36.

Fast coaches

To travel from Oxford to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
01:25AM7h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
08:25AMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
$361One-way
1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX509
09:00PM6h15
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
03:15AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
$431One-way
1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX509
06:45PM6h05
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
12:50AMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)
$431One-way
1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX509
09:00PM6h10
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
03:10AMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)
$431One-way
1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX507
12:20PM7h15
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
07:35PMCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)
$451One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Oxford to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $46.

Distance: 136 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

$49

Average Price

Cheapest

$98

Average Price

5h 38m

Average total duration

5h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Most popular train company

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Live departures

Oxford to Cardiff bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday, 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 9:15 pm
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:25 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
7h00
8:25 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX201
Delayed
7:10 am 5:00 amOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h00
2:25 pm 2:25 pmCardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX507
Delayed
9:08 am 5:27 amOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h38
1:55 pm 1:55 pmCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX2026:30 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
12:05 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX201
Delayed
7:30 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
2:25 pm 2:25 pmCardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX2028:30 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
2:05 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
Delayed
9:15 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
7h00
10:35 pm 10:35 pmCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
9:30 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
2:25 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX507
On time
10:20 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h50
5:10 pm Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX20210:30 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h00
4:30 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
Delayed
11:20 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
7h05
10:35 pm 10:35 pmCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
11:30 am Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h15
4:45 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
12:10 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h05
6:15 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX507
On time
12:20 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
7h15
7:35 pm Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
Delayed
1:25 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h55
10:35 pm 10:35 pmCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
1:30 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h10
6:40 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
2:10 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h55
8:05 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX507
On time
2:34 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h36
9:10 pm Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
Delayed
2:58 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h42
10:35 pm 10:35 pmCardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
3:30 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h30
9:00 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
On time
3:52 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h43
10:35 pm Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
4:10 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h50
10:00 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX507
On time
4:45 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h45
11:30 pm Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX201
On time
5:20 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h20
10:40 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
On time
6:45 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h05
12:50 am Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX202
On time
7:15 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
12:50 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressTALHR · NX201
On time
8:15 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h25
1:40 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
On time
9:00 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h15
3:15 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change
national_expressOLOXT · NX509
On time
9:00 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h10
3:10 am Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB)		1 change
national_expressTALGW · NX201
On time
9:15 pm Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h45
4:00 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		1 change

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National Express operates all coaches services from Oxford to Cardiff.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Cardiff

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Buses from Oxford to Cardiff run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 4h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
136 km
Average bus duration
5h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$27
Buses per day
31
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Cardiff with National Express for as low as $27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$27
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Oxford to Cardiff coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Cardiff by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Cardiff can start from as little as $27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Cardiff is $49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oxford to Cardiff is 4h 50m to travel the 136 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford to Cardiff leaves at 12:50 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Cardiff leaves at 11:45 pm.
There are 31 coaches a day from Oxford to Cardiff which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Cardiff, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Cardiff and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Cardiff from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Cardiff is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Cardiff including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Cardiff:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Cardiff for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Cardiff depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Cardiff.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Cardiff:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Cardiff:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Cardiff.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Cardiff with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Cardiff

Oxford
Cardiff
The major coach station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Cardiff.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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