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5

Oxford, Rail Station – Blackbird Leys, Sandy Lane West

via Blackbird Leys, Oxford

Oxford Bus First 04:50 Last 23:48Every day

Route 5 runs between Oxford, Rail Station and Blackbird Leys, Sandy Lane West via Blackbird Leys, Oxford. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.

Quick departures

Live departures from key stops on this route

StopTowards Oxford City Centre, Railway StationTowards Blackbird Leys, Sandy Lane West
Sandy Lane West520:3020:4521:10and more520:2920:4421:10and more
Clive Road520:0420:1920:46and more520:2020:3521:02and more
James Street east520:1220:2720:53and more520:1120:2620:56and more
Railway Station520:1720:2720:42and more520:1020:4021:00and more

Route stops

All stops on the route towards Blackbird Leys, Sandy Lane West

StopApprox. time
  1. 1Railway Station · Oxford City Centre05:40
  2. 2Park End Street · Oxford City Centre05:41
  3. 3Westgate · Oxford City Centre05:43
  4. 4Speedwell Street · Oxford City Centre05:46
  5. 5St Aldates · Oxford City Centre05:48
  6. 6Queens Lane · Oxford City Centre05:50
  7. 7The Plain · Oxford05:52
  8. 8James Street east · Oxford05:52

Frequently asked questions about the 5

What time is the first and last 5 bus?
The first 5 of the day departs at 04:50 and the last one departs at 23:48. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
Does the 5 bus run at weekends?
Yes. The 5 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
How long does the 5 bus take?
A full end-to-end journey on the 5 takes about 33 minutes between Oxford, Rail Station and Blackbird Leys, Sandy Lane West, running via Blackbird Leys and Oxford. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
Who operates the 5 bus?
The 5 is operated by Oxford Bus. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.

Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.