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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Oxford is to bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Queens Lane via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Oxford via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Colchester to Oxford?

The distance between Colchester and Oxford is 120 miles. The road distance is 111.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Colchester to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Oxford bus from?

Colchester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Oxford train from?

Colchester to Oxford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Oxford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Colchester to Oxford bus arrive?

Colchester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Oxford train arrive?

Colchester to Oxford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Oxford is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Colchester to Oxford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Oxfordtrain London Paddington - Oxford / ...
2h 21m
£57–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Queens Lanebus Oxf
4h 37m
£26–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch to St Aldatesbus Tube
2h 54m
£32–63
Drive 111.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Oxfordcar 111.2 mi
2h 21m
£28–40

Colchester to Oxford by train

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Distance: 118.9 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Oxford via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Queens Lane via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

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