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Oxford, OX2 8HA, GB

Rating: 4.1 ★ (568 ratings)

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Frequent buses from the Water Eaton Park and Ride, found at OX2 8HA, offer a direct route into Oxford's historic city centre, allowing you to sidestep potential traffic delays and avoid the search for limited or expensive parking. This facility, also known as Oxford Parkway Park and Ride, provides a convenient link for visitors arriving via the A40, A4260, A34, and M40. Combined parking and bus tickets are available, with options for individuals and families, including up to 16 hours of parking, making it a cost-effective choice for a full day of sightseeing. Services operate regularly throughout the day, with buses taking you straight to the heart of the city, and some even equipped with free WiFi and USB charging points.

Using this service means you can begin your Oxford adventure feeling relaxed and ready to explore world-renowned attractions such as the university colleges, museums, and the Covered Market without the usual stress of city driving. The Park and Ride is open 24/7, though bus times vary and specific services like the Stagecoach 2/2A primarily serve the city centre route from this location. Return journeys are just as straightforward, with buses running until late evening, although after a certain time, alternative local bus services might operate the route back to the park and ride site. This system not only simplifies access but also helps reduce congestion in the city, contributing to a more pleasant experience for everyone.

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Opening Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours; Tuesday: Open 24 hours; Wednesday: Open 24 hours; Thursday: Open 24 hours; Friday: Open 24 hours; Saturday: Open 24 hours; Sunday: Open 24 hours

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+44 1865 792422

Comments

Andy Stratford

14 Mar 2026

3.0 ★

When you drive into Oxford Parkway it's not clearly sign posted which way you need to go for the park and ride car park, if you park in the wrong car park you might get a ticket when you think you've paid. Purchasing your ticket from the machine is a bit confusing. The buses are frequent and the price for two is good value. So would I use this service again? I would but I would use the app next time.

porgeous

5 Mar 2026

1.0 ★

Avoid. None of the ticket machines work. Bus driver cannot sell you the combined ticket so you have to pay separately £4.80 for return bus ticket and £4.30 parking by the irritating Ringo app or phone call which costs a fortune. Peartree parking a far better service for £4. Visited Easter Saturday 2025

Matthew Allton

26 Feb 2026

4.0 ★

Used this service to get into Oxford for a day out. Buying the combined car park and bus ticket as seen on the car park sign, seems a good idea, but it's not explained very well. I basically think you need to show the bus driver the receipt when you get on. This was fine on the way in but on the way back I had trouble loading the receipt because of a lack of signal...may have been just a weird glitch. Maybe do a screen grab of the receipt next time.

george saguna

18 Feb 2026

4.0 ★

Extremely well priced and with automated ticketing before taking the bus. The parking is big, easy to find with direction from all over. The only problem is taking the bus back to the parking from the town centre. There were numerous bus stops, we waited on the one bearing the name of Parkway only to find that we were on the wrong stop. We did that twice (and it wasn’t only us as a lot of people were confused). Finally the second bus driver gave us directions where to wait. The bus filled up quickly and we had to take a second bus.

Brian Preen

11 Feb 2026

5.0 ★

If you are visiting Oxford, I would recommend using the Park & Ride.
There are five park & rides to choose from.
Great bus service into Oxford & other areas.
Buses are new & electric.
Parking your car is only £2.50.
Car parking + 1 adult on bus £4, & two adults £5. You can use your senior bus pass on this to.