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Coach from Gatwick to Oxford
National Express coaches travel from Gatwick to Oxford with daily services, starting from £21.00 one-way*.
With comfortable coaches and affordable fares, you can travel between the airport and one of the world's top cities without breaking the bank – perfect for students, tourists and anyone looking for great value travel.
Coach from Gatwick to Oxford
National Express coaches travel from Gatwick to Oxford with daily services, starting from £21.00 one-way*.
With comfortable coaches and affordable fares, you can travel between the airport and one of the world's top cities without breaking the bank – perfect for students, tourists and anyone looking for great value travel.
| Gatwick to Oxford journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 1 hr 30 mins (Gatwick North to Thornhill) |
| Cheapest price | From £21.00 |
| Distance (approx) | 136km |
| No. of stops | 3 (fastest service, other services may vary) |
| First & last journey daily | 0:55am/22:55pm (from Gatwick South) |
Our Gatwick to Oxford services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Please note: this service is run by a third-party operator and may not be a National Express coach
The OXF service travels up to 19 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Gatwick Airport (South)
- Gatwick Airport (North)
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Heathrow Airport (T5) Bus & Coach Station
- High Wycombe Coachway
- Oxford (Thornhill Park & Ride)
- Oxford Bus Station
Gatwick to Oxford route map
Return route
Other routes to Oxford
Departing from Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport offers plenty of facilities to keep you comfortable before your journey. From newsagents to restaurants and coffee shops, you'll find everything you need while waiting for your coach. Both North and South Terminals have excellent amenities to make your pre-journey time enjoyable and convenient.
Travelling between terminals?
If you're landing at a different terminal from your coach departure point, Gatwick Airport provides a free inter-terminal shuttle service. This quick connection ensures you can easily transfer between North and South Terminals to catch your National Express coach to Oxford.
Take a look at our Gatwick Airport facilities pages for more information:
Arriving at Oxford Bus Station
When you arrive at Oxford Bus Station, you'll be perfectly positioned to explore this historic university city. The bus station offers convenient facilities including a coffee shop and newsagents to help you recharge before heading out to discover Oxford's famous colleges, museums and vibrant city centre.
Find out more on our Oxford Bus Station page.
Perfect for:
✅ International travellers seeking affordable airport transfers
✅ Students returning to Oxford University after flights
✅ Tourists wanting to explore one of the world's top academic cities
Book your Gatwick to Oxford coach journey today and enjoy comfortable, affordable travel between the airport and this historic university city.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Gatwick South Terminal at 0.55am, arriving at Oxford Bus Station at 3.25am.
The last coach leaves from Gatwick South Terminal at 22.55pm, arriving at Oxford Bus Station at 1.25am.
A one-way journey from Gatwick to Oxford is available from £21.00*.
Our fastest coach takes 1 hr 30 mins from Gatwick North Terminal to Thornhill Park & Ride.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
