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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Oxford is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Oxford is to drive which takes 2h and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Queens Lane via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Oxford via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Dorset to Oxford?

The distance between Dorset and Oxford is 131 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Dorset to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Oxford bus from?

Dorset to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Oxford train from?

Dorset to Oxford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Oxford?

The best way to get from Dorset to Oxford is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Dorset to Oxford bus arrive?

Dorset to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Dorset to Oxford train arrive?

Dorset to Oxford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Oxford is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dorset to Oxford.

Where can I stay near Oxford?

There are 1503+ hotels available in Oxford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 32m
£78–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Queens Lanebus Oxf
5h 40m
£23–61
Drive 96.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Oxfordcar 96.6 mi
2h
£24–34
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 44m
£69–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus m1 / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 4m
£59–85

Dorset to Oxford by bus

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Distance: 130.2 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Oxford via Moreton (Dorset) and Bournemouth in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Queens Lane via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 40m.

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