What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Oxford via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Oxford is 137 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Oxford train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Oxford train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Oxford is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford?

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Cardiff Central Station to Oxford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Oxford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 58m
£61–114
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Oxfordcar 100.9 mi
2h 7m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Market Placebus S6
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Osney Islandbus S6
2h 34m
£34–65
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Oxfordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Oxford / ...
3h 8m
£45–97

Cardiff Central Station to Oxford by train

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Distance: 136 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Oxford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Oxford via Reading in around 1h 58m.

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