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Vision for Oxford

Our plans for Oxford will make it easier and safer to walk and cycle, with quicker and more flexible bus routes and improved rail connections. Less congestion will mean safer streets and cleaner air with innovative solutions that reflect the needs of residents and the city today and in the future.

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More on our transport vision

We're building an Oxfordshire where your journey is quicker, more connected, and reliable. Where walking, cycling, and public transport are the natural first choices because they work for you. By investing in better public transport options and more travel connections, we all get a healthier, more attractive county—opening the door to new businesses and jobs, economic success, and increased opportunities.

What's happening now

Road maintenance

Get up-to-date information on current road maintenance in your area.

View a map of other existing and planned work like the repair of footpaths and bridges.

Take a look at how we plan the maintenance of your roads.

Moving around Oxford

  • Improving road safety on some of our busiest roads
  • Improving and upgrading Oxford Rail Station

Making Oxford a better place to live, work and play

  • Reducing congestion in Oxford while Botley Road is closed
  • Improving road safety for children going to seven schools across Oxford

What's being planned

Road maintenance

Get up-to-date information on planned road maintenance in your area.

View a map of other existing and planned work like the repair of footpaths and bridges.

Take a look at how we plan the maintenance of your roads.

Moving around Oxford

  • Railway connecting the Thames Valley with the south east midlands and East Anglia
  • Connection of new park and ride in Eynsham to A40 with improved walking and cycling to Wolvercote
  • Replacing Kennington Bridge to improve space for cycling, walking and public transport
  • Reopening the Cowley Branch Line for passengers

Making Oxford a better place to live, work and play

  • Traffic filters to improve congestion and air quality in the city
  • A reduction in private car use with workplace parking place levy
  • Improving air quality and health with an extended zero emissions zone

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Better travel

Get out and about and travel differently in Oxford and across the county with Better Travel.

Everything you need to know about Oxford's temporary congestion charge for cars, including how to apply for a permit.

Free park and ride bus journeys in Oxford for three months.

E-scooters and e-bikes for hire in the city.

Earn BetterPoints when you're walking, cycling, or catching the bus and swap them for vouchers or spend them with local businesses.

MyBus - one ticket to travel all over Oxfordshire by bus.

Have your say

Share your thoughts, views and ideas on proposals and decisions that affect communities in Oxford.

  • Your views for a national survey on roads and transport
  • Planning and development applications across the county

Get involved

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