🚌 Bus from Oxford to Cheltenham
2 direct routes · about 97 min · first bus 08:50, last bus 17:10 (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 | ~97 min | 10 | 08:50 | 17:10 | Gloucester Green Bus Station (Bay 8) |
| N03 | National Express | ~85 min | 1 | 00:35 | 00:35 | Gloucester Green Bus Station (Bay 9) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Oxford 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 Oxford to Cheltenham?
2 routes run directly from Oxford to Cheltenham: the X52 (Pulhams Coaches), the N03 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Oxford to Cheltenham?
Around 97 minutes on the X52, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Oxford to Cheltenham?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X52) leaves around 08:50 and the last around 17:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Oxford to Cheltenham?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.