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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Durham is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Durham is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £130 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Durham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oxford and arriving at Durham. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Oxford to Durham?

The distance between Oxford and Durham is 259 miles. The road distance is 238.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £130 - £190.

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

The train from Oxford to Durham takes 3h 56m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Durham train from?

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

Where does the Oxford to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Durham is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Oxford to Durham.

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

Book your Oxford to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Durham.

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxford to Durham by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 56m
£130–190
Drive 237.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Durhamcar 237.5 mi
4h 5m
£59–85
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 14m
£88–339
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Oxford to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 19m
£118–264
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Oxford to Didcot Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
5h 18m
£66–160

Oxford to Durham by train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.1 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Durham every 4 hours. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 3h 56m.

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