Stagecoach bus company statement amid rising UK fuel prices

The average price of a litre of diesel at UK forecourts on Wednesday was 184.2p, up 29 per cent since the war started on February 28.

Average petrol prices have reached 153.7p per litre, a rise of 16% over the same period.

The bus company, which operates across Oxfordshire, has said travelling by coach “offers a great-value alternative” to using the car.

New Oxford Tube coach (Image: Stagecoach)

Chris Hanson, managing director of Oxford Tube and Stagecoach West, said: “Easter is one of the best times of year to get out and explore, and with our updated route map we’re making it even easier for customers to discover more of what London and Oxford have to offer.

“With petrol prices still high, travelling by coach offers a great-value alternative.

“Our fares are simple, there are no hidden costs, and frequent departures mean families and visitors can enjoy a full day out without worrying about fuel, parking or congestion charges.”

Oxford Tube said it is making it “easier and more affordable than ever” to connect between Oxford and London.

Running 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the Oxford Tube connects Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green with key London locations including Victoria, Marble Arch, Notting Hill Gate, Shepherd’s Bush and Acton Main Line.

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Stagecoach estimates that travelling by Oxford Tube to london can save families £25 to £44 per trip, “while removing the stress of traffic, parking and city congestion”.

It says four return passenger tickets on the Oxford Tube would cost £56.50, but a 120-mile trip to the capital and back would cost between £85 and £100 for fuel, parking and congestion charges factored in.

A spokesman for Stagecoach said: “With coaches running up to every 10 minutes and no need to pre-book, the Oxford Tube offers flexibility that suits spontaneous Easter plans.

“Passengers can hop on and off at multiple convenient stops, making it easy to build a bespoke itinerary, whether that’s a shopping trip, cultural day out or family-friendly adventure.”