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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Essex is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Oxford to Essex?

The distance between Oxford and Essex is 110 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Essex without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Oxford to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Essex bus from?

Oxford to Essex bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Essex train from?

Oxford to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Essex?

The best way to get from Oxford to Essex is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Oxford to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oxford to Essex train arrive?

Oxford to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Essex is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Oxford to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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Oxford to Essex - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Oxford to Essex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 57m
£52–100
Drive 97.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Essexcar 97.5 mi
2h 6m
£24–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Green Line Coach Stationbus Tube
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 21m
£26–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 49m
£24–45

Oxford to Essex by train

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Distance: 108.9 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queens Lane to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 4h 49m.

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