What is the cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Oxford?

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Oxford is to train and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Oxford?

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Oxford is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Oxford via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Oxford?

The distance between Caernarfon and Oxford is 213 miles. The road distance is 196.8 miles.

How do I travel from Caernarfon to Oxford without a car?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Caernarfon to Oxford?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Caernarfon to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Oxford train from?

Caernarfon to Oxford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Oxford train arrive?

Caernarfon to Oxford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Oxford is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Caernarfon to Oxford.

Where can I stay near Oxford?

There are 1472+ hotels available in Oxford.

Caernarfon to Oxford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caernarfon to Oxford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Staffordtrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Oxfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 58m
£76–120
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Chestertrain Llandudno - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 830
8h 14m
£38–67
Drive 195.7 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Oxfordcar 195.7 mi
4h 7m
£48–70
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxfordtrain
6h 41m
£75–146
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Clockbus 1
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxfordtrain
7h 8m
£73–115

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Distance: 212.1 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Oxford, England?

You can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Oxford via Bangor station, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Stafford in around 5h 58m.

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