🚌 Bus from Cheltenham to Oxford
2 direct routes · about 100 min · first bus 06:27, last bus 14:47 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X52 | Pulhams Coaches | ~100 min | 10 | 06:27 | 14:47 | Royal Well Bus Station (Bay B) |
| N03 | National Express | ~70 min | 1 | 12:25 | 12:25 | Royal Well Bus Station (Bay A) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cheltenham on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cheltenham to Oxford?
2 routes run directly from Cheltenham to Oxford: the X52 (Pulhams Coaches), the N03 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Cheltenham to Oxford?
Around 100 minutes on the X52, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cheltenham to Oxford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X52) leaves around 06:27 and the last around 14:47. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cheltenham to Oxford?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.