Service Changes from 22nd February 2026
We'll be making some changes to our bus network from Sunday 22nd February 2026 to improve reliability and punctuality.
These changes reflect current operating conditions, following the introduction of the temporary congestion charge and free Park&Ride travel. Three months into the scheme, we have now been able to fully assess its impact on our services. This has allowed us to introduce faster journeys and more resilient timetables across a greater number of routes in and around Oxford.
While some services have benefited from improved traffic conditions, we have not seen the journey time improvements expected on service 700. To address this, we are adding an additional bus to the route to help keep services running on time.
We are also making improvements to routes 400 and N400, including an enhanced night bus frequency of up to every 30 minutes.
Route | Summary of changes | Downloads |
3 3A N3 | All journeys on service 3A will now terminate at Kassam Stadium. Passengers can use service 600 for a direct link between Cowley Lidl, Greater Leys and Oxford City Centre. Revised timetable, with the evening peak frequency revised to every 10 minutes to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
5A | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
6 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
11 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
15 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
20 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
35 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
43 | Morning journeys will now be operated by Oxford Bus Company. To improve punctuality, the 0640 journey will no longer extend to Wantage, terminating at Harwell Campus. | Timetable |
45 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
92 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. The 1500 journey will operate 15 minutes earlier. | Timetable |
95 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
100 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality and maintain a combined frequency of up to every 10 minutes between Cowley and JR Hospital with route 700. | Timetable |
134 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
136 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
300 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
400 N400 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. N400 frequency improved to operate up to every 30 minutes. | Timetable |
700 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality, with an extra bus added to maintain an every 20 minute frequency during peak times. | Timetable |
BB1 BB1A BB2 BB4 BB5 | Revised timetables to improve punctuality. Service BB1A will now be operated by Thames Travel. | Timetable |
H2 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
ST2 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
X1 X15 NX1 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
X2 NX2 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality, with faster journey times along the Abingdon Road. | Timetable |
X2S | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. The morning journey will start 13 minutes earlier to improve reliability. | Timetable |
X3 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality, with faster journey times along the Abingdon Road. | Timetable |
X24 X34 X35 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. More morning journeys towards Didcot will now start at Mandhill Close, providing an improved service for residents in Grove. | Timetable |
X32 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality and maintain the coordinated frequency between Didcot Parkway and Milton Park. | Timetable |
X40 NX40 | Revised timetable to improve punctuality. | Timetable |
Frequently asked questions
1. Why are these changes happening?
We’re making these adjustments to improve punctuality and reliability across our network. Recent changes such as the congestion charge and free Park&Ride travel have affected traffic patterns, so we’ve retimed services to keep buses running as smoothly as possible.
2. When do the new timetables start?
All changes will take effect from Sunday 22 February. Please check the updated timetables before you travel.
3. How can I find the new timetable for my route?
Updated timetables will be available on our website and app. Simply search for your route number or use the journey planner to see the latest times.
4. Will my usual bus stop change?
Most stops remain the same. However, Service 3A will now terminate at Kassam Stadium instead of Cowley Lidl. If you travel beyond Kassam Stadium, you can use Stagecoach service 600 for a direct link to Oxford City Centre.
5. Are any services more frequent?
Yes! The N400 night bus will run every 30 minutes, making it easier to travel late at night.
6. What should I do if I’m unsure about my journey?
Use our journey planner or contact our customer service team for help. We’re here to make sure your travel is as smooth as possible.