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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Timaru is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Timaru is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Timaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Timaru. However, there are services departing from Rolleston and arriving at Timaru via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Oxford to Timaru?

The distance between Oxford and Timaru is 197 km. The road distance is 179.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Timaru without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Oxford to Timaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Timaru bus from?

Oxford to Timaru bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Rolleston station.

Where does the Oxford to Timaru bus arrive?

Oxford to Timaru bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Timaru station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Timaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Timaru is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Oxford to Timaru.

Where can I stay near Timaru?

There are 76+ hotels available in Timaru.

Oxford to Timaru - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Oxford to Timaru by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Oxford to Rollestontaxi
2. Take the bus from Rolleston to Timarubus Christchurch - Dunedin
2h 44m
Drive 179.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Timarucar 179.5 km
2h 14m
$52–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rolleston to Timarubus Christchurch - Dunedin
3h 42m

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Distance: 196.5 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Oxford, New Zealand and Timaru, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Rolleston to Timaru twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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