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Coach from Chelmsford to Oxford: Journey Information

There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Chelmsford to Oxford. Traveling by coach from Chelmsford to Oxford usually takes around 5 hours, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance74 mi (119 km)
Shortest duration4h 0m
Cheapest price£17.92
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines1

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What coach companies travel from Chelmsford to Oxford?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chelmsford to Oxford. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express84h 42m£21.21
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Chelmsford to Oxford

The coach takes an average of 5 hours to cover the 74 miles from Chelmsford to Oxford. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all coaches from Chelmsford to Oxford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Chelmsford to Oxford every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

City Information

Oxford

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Although Oxford is probably best known for its world-class university and the famous Bodleian library, there is much more to the city than just academia. On a sunny day, take a punt down the River Cherwell at the Cherwell Boathouse, but make sure to book in advance if you'd like a chauffeur.

If the weather is less favorable, visit the famous Oxford Covered Market, where you can wander through over 55 shops in the 18th-century building. Oxford is also home to several museums, including the famous Ashmolean Museum that has been around since 1683. The Ashmolean mainly showcases art and archaeology; however, if that's not your style, alternatives include the Museum of Natural History or the Museum of History and Science.

If you'd prefer to experience history first-hand, visit Oxford Castle, a building that has been in existence for over 1,000 years. Guided tours are available where you can hear stories of the castle's inhabitants and its fascinating history.

National Express and Megabus provide access to Oxford from London and other cities, while frequent train service is also available.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Chelmsford?

Main departure station: 38 Duke St

Most coaches depart from the main station in Chelmsford.

All coach stations in Chelmsford:

  • 38 Duke St

Where does the coach arrive in Oxford?

Main arrival station: Bus Station

All coaches from Chelmsford arrive at one main station in Oxford.

Coach stations in Oxford:

  • Bus Station

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