Transport & Infrastructure
Stay up to date with the latest news and developments on roads, rail transport, buses, park and ride, public car parks, car parking, household waste, recycling facilities, electricity, broadband, and other essential infrastructure across Oxford and Oxfordshire.
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St Giles’ Fair: The road closures and traffic restrictions you need to know about
St Giles’ Fair returns to Oxford this September, with road closures and traffic restrictions in place across the city centre. Here’s what you need to know.
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Study finds potential for new £29m railway station at Ardley
A new study commissioned by Oxfordshire County Council has found a credible basis for developing a passenger railway station at Ardley, with an indicative cost of £24m to £29m and a potential site at the former station.
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Guide dog puppies take to Oxford buses as part of training for future careers
Four Labrador puppies have taken part in a special training session at Oxford Bus Company’s Cowley depot, learning to navigate public transport as part of their journey towards becoming guide dogs for people with sight loss.
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City Sightseeing Oxford and Museum of Oxford launch new combined ticket
City Sightseeing Oxford and the Museum of Oxford have launched a new combined ticket, giving visitors and residents a discounted way to explore the city by open-top bus and discover its history at the Museum of Oxford.
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Oxfordshire quiet lanes plan faces police objection over proposed 20mph limit
Oxfordshire’s new quiet lanes programme is facing opposition from Thames Valley Police, which has described proposed speed limits on Shepherds Pit Lane as “highly inappropriate” ahead of a key county council decision.
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New bus routes and timetable changes announced ahead of Botley Road reopening
Bus services across Oxford and Oxfordshire are set for a major shake-up when Botley Road reopens on 20 September, with new cross-city routes, increased frequencies and extended services.
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Islip Bridge closure could add millions of miles to Oxfordshire journeys, resident warns
A three-month closure of Islip Bridge could add as much as 2.2 million miles to journeys, according to an Oxfordshire resident who has questioned whether the wider costs of the disruption were properly assessed.
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Islip Bridge to close for 10 weeks as major traffic and safety works begin
Islip Bridge will close to all motor traffic for almost two months from 28 September as Oxfordshire County Council carries out major safety and traffic improvements, with diversions and changes to the H5 bus service.
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Oxford United matchday buses return for new season with seven services across Oxfordshire
Oxford United fans across Oxfordshire will have seven dedicated matchday bus services connecting communities with the Kassam Stadium during the 2026/27 League One season.
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Free bus travel for Children across Oxfordshire throughout August
Children aged between five and 15 can travel free on participating Go Thames Valley bus services throughout August under a government-backed initiative aimed at helping families reduce travel costs during the summer holidays.
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Oxford traffic filters delayed as council waits for ‘absolute certainty’ on Botley Road reopening
Oxfordshire County Council has delayed announcing a new start date for Oxford’s traffic filter trial despite confirmation that Botley Road will reopen on 20 September.
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New date confirmed for Botley Road reopening after further delays
Network Rail has confirmed that Botley Road will reopen to traffic on Sunday 20 September 2026, after the project was delayed by the discovery of three minor gas leaks during drainage works. The reopening date brings a clearer timeline for residents, businesses and commuters affected by the long-running closure.
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Preparation work to start on new Oxpens River Bridge in Oxford
Preparation work is set to begin on Oxford’s new Oxpens River Bridge, with temporary footpath closures introduced from the end of July ahead of construction on the long-awaited walking and cycling crossing.
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Oxfordshire’s road resurfacing programme reaches halfway stage as 35 roads set for upgrades
Oxfordshire’s summer resurfacing programme has reached its halfway point, with 35 roads being upgraded across the county. Major routes including the A40, A44 and A361 will see overnight works through to mid-October.
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Oxford airport coach service introduces faster journeys ahead of summer holidays
Passengers travelling between Oxford and Heathrow and Gatwick airports can now benefit from faster journey times after a revised timetable was introduced ahead of the summer holiday season.
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Oxford businesses call for traffic filter trial delay after Botley Road reopening setback
Business owners have called for Oxfordshire County Council to postpone the introduction of traffic filters after delays to Botley Road reopening created uncertainty around the planned transport changes.