The average train between Bedford and Oxford takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is an hourly train service from Bedford to Oxford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bedford and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 4:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Oxford at 8:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Oxford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Oxford station via Farringdon station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Bedford to Oxford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oxford station.
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The distance between Bedford and Oxford is 68.8 km. The road distance is 85 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Oxford via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 2h 36m.