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The Airline timetable 2026 | Bus schedule to Oxford

The Airline provides direct bus transfers between London Heathrow Airport and Oxford. Travellers can rely on this service for efficient journeys to key Oxford attractions like Oxford Castle and Prison, Radcliffe Camera, and Christ Church College. The coaches feature air-conditioning, spacious luggage storage, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and USB charging ports.

The Airline bus timetable offers frequent services in both directions. Buses operate every 20 minutes during peak daytime hours, with adjusted frequencies outside those times. All journeys take approximately 90 minutes, depending on traffic.

​The Airline transfers

The Airline bus timetable

RouteFirst busLast busFrequencyDuration

Heathrow Airport to Oxford

2am (Daily)

12am (Daily)

Every 20 mins (peak); every 30–60 mins (off-peak)

1 hr 30 mins ​

Oxford to Heathrow Airport

1:30am (Daily)

11:30pm (Daily)

Every 20 mins (peak); every 30-60 mins (off-peak)

1 hr 30 mins ​

Note:

  • Times may vary by day, traffic, or holidays; always check live schedules for updates.
  • All coaches serve Heathrow Central (for Terminals 2 & 3) and Terminal 5. Terminals are served in a different order by coaches continuing to Gatwick Airport - please check the arrival time carefully. 
  • Peak hours see increased frequency to handle higher demand.

Booking and tips

  • Book The Airline bus tickets online in advance, starting from £25 one-way for the best rates and free cancellation. 
  • Same-day bookings remain flexible at stops or online. 
  • Contactless payments work on board.
  • Spacious storage accommodates bulky luggage easily.

The Airline vs other options

OptionTime to OxfordCost (Single adult)ProsCons

The Airline

90 mins

£25

Frequent, AC, Wi-Fi, luggage space

Traffic-dependent ​

National Express

100–120 mins

£15-£30

Cheaper options

Less frequent, no guaranteed amenities

Train (Heathrow Express + Oxford Tube)

120 mins (with change)

£35-£50

Scenic rail section

Transfers required, higher cost

Taxi/Private transfer

70–100 mins

£150-£250

Door-to-door

Very expensive, surge pricing

Frequently asked questions about The Airline timetable

The Airline bus timetable features departures every 20 minutes from 2am to 12am, covering the 90-minute journey reliably.​