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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cowes is to bus and ferry which costs £27 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Cowes is to train and ferry which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £80.

How far is it from Oxford to Cowes?

The distance between Oxford and Cowes is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Cowes without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Oxford to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 3392+ hotels available in Cowes.

Oxford to Cowes - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Oxford to Cowes by train, ferry, or bus

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2h 34m
£56–78
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
2h 47m
£28–50

Oxford to Cowes by train, foot, bus, and ferry

109Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Oxford to Cowes. However, you can take the train to Southampton Central, walk to Marlands, take the bus to Albion Place, walk to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Red Jet Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via Coach Station, Marlands, Red Jet Terminal, and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 2h 47m.

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