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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Oxford is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Oxford is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Oxford station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Gloucester Green Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Oxford via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Leicester to Oxford?

The distance between Leicester and Oxford is 79 miles. The road distance is 74.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Oxford without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 22m and costs £27 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Leicester to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Oxford bus from?

Leicester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Oxford train from?

Leicester to Oxford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Oxford?

The best way to get from Leicester to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Leicester to Oxford bus arrive?

Leicester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Leicester to Oxford train arrive?

Leicester to Oxford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Oxford is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Leicester to Oxford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Oxford?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the train from Coventry to Oxfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 22m
£28–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
3h 14m
£14–24
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 33m
£47–76
Drive 74.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Oxfordcar 74.1 mi
1h 27m
£19–27
Bus, train via Royal Leamington Spa
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the bus from Transport Museum to Railway Stationbus X17 / ...
3. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Oxfordtrain
4h 53m
£24–34

Leicester to Oxford by bus and train

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Distance: 78.8 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Oxford via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway in around 3h 14m.

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