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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Dorset is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Oxford to Dorset?

The distance between Oxford and Dorset is 131 miles. The road distance is 97.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Oxford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Dorset train from?

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

Where does the Oxford to Dorset train arrive?

Oxford to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Dorset is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Oxford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1597+ hotels available in Dorset.

Oxford to Dorset - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Oxford to Dorset by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Moreton (Dorset)train Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
3h 15m
£79–117
Drive 96.7 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to Dorsetcar 96.7 mi
2h
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus m1 / ...
5h 20m
£60–83

Oxford to Dorset by train and bus

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.2 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Dorset via Bournemouth and Moreton (Dorset) in around 3h 15m.

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