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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £100 - £230 and takes 12h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 3m and costs £100 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Aberdeen via Stafford and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Oxford to Aberdeen?

The distance between Oxford and Aberdeen is 401 miles. The road distance is 474.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 9h 27m and costs £180 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Oxford to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Aberdeen bus from?

Oxford to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Oxford to Aberdeen is to train via Edinburgh which takes 9h 27m and costs £180 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £100 - £230 and takes 12h 46m.

Where does the Oxford to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Oxford to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Oxford to Aberdeen train arrive?

Oxford to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Aberdeen is 474 miles. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Oxford to Aberdeen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Oxford to Aberdeen - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 12 ways to get from Oxford to Aberdeen by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
4h 3m
£107–262
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
4h 57m
£77–337
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Oxford to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
9h 27m
£187–326
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
12h 46m
£102–225
Drive 471.7 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Aberdeencar 471.7 mi
8h 16m
£116–168
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
4h 20m
£106–402
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Oxford to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
5h 31m
£93–234
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
6h 9m
£157–323
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
5h 30m
£108–313
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
6h 43m
£111–240
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
9h 50m
£277–391
Train #2
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberdeentrain London Euston - Inverness
10h 5m
£143–215

Oxford to Aberdeen by train

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9h 27mAverage Duration

£187Cheapest Price

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Distance: 398.5 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Oxford to Aberdeen via Stafford and Haymarket in around 9h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 46m.

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