What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford Station to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford Station to Reading is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford Station to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Oxford Station to Reading is to train which takes 23 min and costs £12 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford Station and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westgate and arriving at Station Road station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford Station and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oxford and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Oxford Station to Reading?

The distance between Oxford Station and Reading is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford Station to Reading without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £12 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Oxford Station to Reading?

The train from Oxford to Reading takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Oxford Station to Reading bus from?

Oxford Station to Reading bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from Westgate station.

Where do I catch the Oxford Station to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford Station to Reading?

The best way to get from Oxford Station to Reading is to train which takes 23 min and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Oxford Station to Reading bus arrive?

Oxford Station to Reading bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Oxford Station to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford Station to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford Station to Reading is 27 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Oxford Station to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1488+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Oxford Station to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Oxford Station and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxford Station to Reading by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Readingtrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
23 min
£12–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Westgate to Station Roadbus X40 / ...
1h 43m
£3–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Oxford to Readingrideshare 25.7 mi
1h 8m
£4
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Oxford Station to Readingcar 26.4 mi
44 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oxford Station to Readingtaxi 26.4 mi
44 min
£120–150

Oxford Station to Reading by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Oxford Station, England and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Oxford to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 23 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Thames Travel operates a bus from Westgate to Station Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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