Our Businesses
Keeping the Thames Valley Connected
Go Thames Valley brings together a family of trusted transport brands, each with its own heritage, expertise and local connections. Together, our companies serve communities across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds and beyond, helping millions of people travel for work, education, leisure and everyday life.
From local bus networks and coach services to iconic sightseeing tours, each of our companies plays an important role in connecting people with the places that matter most. While every brand has its own identity and history, all are all united by a shared commitment to safe, reliable and welcoming transport.
Explore our companies below to learn more about the services they provide and the communities we serve.
Oxford Bus Company
For more than 140 years, Oxford Bus Company has been connecting communities across Oxfordshire and beyond. Operating an extensive network of local bus services, Park & Ride routes and premium coach services, we’re at the heart of everyday travel throughout Oxfordshire.
Oxford Bus Company is also a leader in sustainable transport, with one of the largest zero-emission bus fleets in the region and continued investment in cleaner, greener travel for customers and communities.
Serving: Oxford, Kidlington, Botley, Cowley, Abingdon, Bicester, Witney and surrounding areas.
thames travel
Thames Travel provides vital connections across South Oxfordshire and the Thames Valley, linking towns, villages and communities with employment, education, healthcare and leisure opportunities.
With a strong focus on customer service and community connectivity, Thames Travel operates a network of local and interurban services that help keep people moving throughout the region.
Serving: Wallingford, Didcot, Abingdon, Henley-on-Thames, Wantage, Grove, Reading and surrounding communities.
Carousel Buses
Founded in 2000, Carousel Buses has been serving Buckinghamshire and the surrounding area for 26 years, providing reliable and accessible transport across High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Slough, Windsor and beyond. Over that time, the business has grown significantly, expanding from a local operator into a wider regional network linking key towns, local communities, employment areas, shopping destinations and transport hubs.
The business combines strong local knowledge with modern vehicles, friendly service and innovative ticketing to offer convenient travel for commuters, students, shoppers and visitors alike. This continued growth has helped Carousel play an increasingly important role in keeping people connected across the region, while its PickMeUp service, operated on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council, provides flexible, on-demand transport where traditional bus services may not always be the most practical option.
Serving: High Wycombe, Marlow, Beaconsfield, Amersham, Chesham, Maidenhead, Slough, Windsor and neighbouring communities.
Pulhams
Established in 1880, Pulhams is one of the UK’s oldest coach operators, with a long-standing reputation for quality, reliability and exceptional customer care. The company has continually invested in its fleet, ensuring customers travel in modern, comfortable vehicles maintained to high standards of safety and presentation.
Today, Pulhams operates a wide range of transport services across Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, including local bus services, school transport, private hire coach services and touring services for leading UK and European tour operators. From everyday journeys to multi-day touring, the company combines its heritage with continued investment to deliver reliable, high-quality transport backed by professional drivers and strong service standards.
Pulhams is proud to be a member of the Guild of British Coach Operators and to hold DVSA Earned Recognition status, reflecting its commitment to compliance, operational excellence and industry standards. These accreditations give customers confidence that they are travelling with one of the UK’s most trusted coach operators.
Pearces
Pearces Coaches has been a familiar name in Oxfordshire for many years, providing reliable coach hire services for schools, groups, businesses and private customers.
With a reputation for dependable service and strong local relationships, Pearces supports communities across the county through high-quality coach travel, including school transport, group trips, events and private hire.
Serving: South and West Oxfordshire and surrounding communities.
The Airline
The Airline provides direct day and night coach connections between Oxford and Heathrow and Gatwick airports, offering a convenient and reliable travel option for residents, visitors, students and business travellers.
Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, The Airline combines frequent departures with comfortable onboard facilities and the added convenience of advance booking. Customers travelling from Oxford can also use the dedicated departure lounge at Gloucester Green Coach Station before their journey.
Connecting: Oxford, Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport.
City Sightseeing Oxford
City Sightseeing Oxford offers visitors a unique way to experience one of the world’s most famous cities. Through its hop-on, hop-off open-top tours, customers can explore Oxford’s historic streets, iconic landmarks and cultural attractions at their own pace.
As one of the city’s leading visitor attractions, City Sightseeing Oxford welcomes guests from around the world while supporting the wider tourism economy of Oxfordshire.
Experience: Historic Oxford, leading attractions, guided commentary and visitor information.
swanbrook
Swanbrook provides vehicle servicing and maintenance for light commercial vehicles and minibuses, offering reliable workshop support at competitive prices. The business helps customers keep their vehicles safe, well-maintained, and in proper working condition.
Its experienced workshop team can support with routine servicing, maintenance and MOT repair work, using modern tools and equipment to deliver practical, professional vehicle care. Swanbrook can also provide free, no-obligation quotes for customers looking to arrange work.
Services: Servicing, maintenance and MOT repair work for light commercial vehicles and minibuses.
A shared commitment across all companies
Although each of our companies has its own story, together we share a common purpose: connecting people and communities through safe, sustainable and customer-focused transport.
As part of Go Thames Valley and The Go-Ahead Group, we are investing in the future of public transport, supporting local economies and helping create cleaner, greener communities across the Thames Valley and beyond.