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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Oxford is to rideshare which costs £10 - £12 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Oxford is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Oxford station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Gloucester Green Bus Station via Airport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Oxford via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Oxford?

The distance between Cambridge and Oxford is 122 miles. The road distance is 82.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Cambridge to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Oxford bus from?

Cambridge to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Oxford train from?

Cambridge to Oxford train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Oxford?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Cambridge to Oxford bus arrive?

Cambridge to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Oxford train arrive?

Cambridge to Oxford train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Oxford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Cambridge to Oxford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Oxford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Oxford?

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Where can I stay near Oxford?

There are 1512+ hotels available in Oxford.

Can I share a ride from Cambridge to Oxford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cambridge and Oxford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cambridge to Oxford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cambridge to Oxford by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Oxfordtrain London Paddington - Oxford / ...
2h 19m
£57–125
Bus via Buckingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central stationbus X5
3. Take the bus from High Street to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus X5
4h 35m
£8–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus 786
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
4h 4m
£18–45
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cambridge to Oxfordrideshare 82.5 mi
2h 1m
£10–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Hatfield (Herts)train Cambridge - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Hatfield station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
4h 38m
£34–79
Drive 82.3 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Oxfordcar 82.3 mi
1h 43m
£21–29

Cambridge to Oxford by train and subway

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2h 19mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.3 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Oxford, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Oxford via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Gloucester Green Bus Station via Airport Bus Station in around 4h 4m.

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