How to get from Oxford to Open University by bus?

Oxford to Open University - Bus Timetable

The X5 bus from Oxford to Open University runs from 06:50 to 22:30, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 35 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Oxford to Open University by bus

To get from Oxford to Open University in Milton Keynes, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the X5 bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford City Centre station to High Street, Buckingham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X6 bus and finally take the LOOP bus from Bus Station, Bletchley station to The Open University, Walton Hall station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 35 min. The bus schedule from Oxford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Open University on the Moovit app.

155min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X5X5
Bus - X6X6
Bus - LOOPLOOP
Walk to Open University
Leaves from Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford City Centre

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford City Centre
    ID 11
    940 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - X5X5
    Wait for bus
    X5
    Buckingham
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High Street, Buckingham
    60 min
  • 4
    Bus - X6X6
    Wait for bus
    X6
    Central Milton Keynes
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Bletchley
    30 min
  • 6
    Bus - LOOPLOOP
    Wait for bus
    LOOP
    Bletchley
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Open University, Walton Hall
    16 min
  • 8
    Walk to Open University
    Walk to
    Open University
    Walton Hall
    180 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Oxford to Open University

The distance between Oxford, Milton Keynes and Open University, Milton Keynes is approximately 62.99 km, which can typically be travelled in 155 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Oxford to Open University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Milton Keynes – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Oxford to Open University

To check the bus timetable from Oxford to Open University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Oxford) and destination (Open University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Open University?

    The fastest way takes 155 minutes, using Bus line X5, Bus line X6, Bus line LOOP.

  • Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Open University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Oxford to Open University?

    The X5 bus line goes from Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford City Centre station near Oxford in London to High Street, Buckingham station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till High Street, Buckingham station near Open University in Milton Keynes.

  • How long does it take to travel from Oxford to Open University by bus?

    The total travel time between Oxford in London and Open University in Milton Keynes by bus is about 2 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Oxford to get to Open University?

    Get on the X5 bus from the Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford City Centre stop near Oxford in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Oxford and Open University?

    Get off the bus at the High Street, Buckingham stop, which is closest to Open University in Milton Keynes.

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