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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New shuttle bus service launches to Waterperry Gardens this summer
Oxford Bus Company and Waterperry Gardens have launched a new weekend shuttle bus service linking Thornhill Park & Ride with the gardens throughout the summer – offering visitors a more sustainable way to reach the popular Oxfordshire attraction.
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East West Rail consultation draws more than 3,000 attendees and 5,000 responses
Over 3,000 people have attended consultation events and more than 5,000 feedback forms were submitted during East West Railway Company’s latest route-wide consultation, helping shape plans for the proposed railway linking Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge ahead of a planning application in 2027.
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Oxfordshire to roll out 1,500 new public EV chargers in major countywide expansion
Oxfordshire is set for its largest expansion of public electric vehicle charging infrastructure, with more than 1,500 new charging sockets planned by 2028 to support residents without access to off-street parking.
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Thame to become first UK town to launch Teleauora’s gigabit 5G broadband network
Thame is set to become the first community in the UK connected through Teleauora’s new gigabit-speed 5G broadband network, delivering faster and more reliable connectivity to businesses and residents in underserved areas.
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Carousel Buses offers £4k joining bonus ahead of summer recruitment day in High Wycombe
Carousel Buses is offering a £4,000 joining bonus for eligible PCV licence holders as it prepares to host a summer recruitment day in High Wycombe.
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New community play park officially opens at Winterbrook Meadows in Wallingford
A new play park has opened at Winterbrook Meadows in Wallingford, featuring a basketball court, climbing structures and family-friendly play areas as part of a wider community development.
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Improvement works to start on Friars Wharf Playground next week
Work is due to begin next week on a major refurbishment of the Friars Wharf play area in South Oxford, introducing new inclusive equipment, seating, and improved facilities.
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Oxford Bus Company extends £1 bus fare scheme for young passengers across CityZone
Oxford Bus Company has extended its “Get Around for £1” initiative, allowing passengers aged 18 and under to travel across CityZone routes for just £1 using a Get Around Card.
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Direct rail services between Bristol, Swindon and Oxford restored after more than 20 years
Direct services between Great Western Railway Bristol Temple Meads, Swindon and Oxford have resumed for the first time since 2003, with trains running every two hours Monday to Saturday via Bath Spa and Chippenham.
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New quiet lanes programme to create safer walking and cycling routes across Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire County Council has approved a pilot programme introducing new “quiet lanes” across the county to create safer, calmer routes for walking, wheeling, cycling and horse riding.
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Oxford Bus Company worker celebrates 40 years of service
An Oxford Bus Company employee marks 40 years of service, highlighting a long-standing family connection and decades of dedication to the city’s transport network.
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Oxford’s electric bus fleet wins prestigious national decarbonisation award
Oxford’s electric bus fleet has won a national award after introducing 159 zero-emission vehicles. The project has reduced air pollution and improved air quality, with further investment bringing additional electric buses to routes across Oxfordshire.
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New bus route to link The Oxford Science Park and Oxford hospitals launches in May
A new orbital bus service will connect Oxford Science Park, major hospitals and Park & Ride sites from May. Service 600, operated by Oxford Bus Company, aims to improve transport links for commuters, patients and visitors across the city.
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New Black History Map links Oxfordshire heritage with sustainable journeys
A new Oxfordshire Black History Map has been launched, linking 15 cultural sites to railway stations. The initiative promotes inclusive discovery while encouraging sustainable travel by rail, bus and active transport across the county.
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Oxfordshire fire service invites residents and businesses to help shape future
Residents and businesses are invited to support Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service as it focuses on recruitment and resilience following strong consultation feedback.
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Oxford Bus Company contributes £170m to UK economy according to a new report
Oxford Bus Company contributed £170m to the UK economy in 2025, supporting 2,500 jobs and expanding its electric bus fleet as part of wider efforts to boost sustainable transport and economic growth across Oxfordshire and beyond.