What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Didcot Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Oxford and Cardiff Central Station is 102 miles. The road distance is 101.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

Oxford to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cardiff Central Station train from?

Oxford to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Didcot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Oxford to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Oxford to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Oxford to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Cardiff Central Station is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

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Oxford to Cardiff Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Oxford to Cardiff Central Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 33m
£45–89
Drive 101 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Cardiff Central Stationcar 101 mi
2h 8m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 38m
£30–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 14m
£37–81

Oxford to Cardiff Central Station by train

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Distance: 101.9 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Cardiff Central Station, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queens Lane to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens in around 5h 14m.

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