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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Lincoln is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Lincoln is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Lincoln Central via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Oxford to Lincoln?

The distance between Oxford and Lincoln is 155 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Oxford to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Lincoln bus from?

Oxford to Lincoln bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Oxford to Lincoln is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Oxford to Lincoln bus arrive?

Oxford to Lincoln bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Oxford to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Lincoln is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Oxford to Lincoln.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Oxford to Lincoln?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Derbytrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Lincoln Centraltrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 37m
£82–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
5h 10m
£29–73
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Lincolncar 126.8 mi
2h 20m
£31–45

Oxford to Lincoln by train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Lincoln Central via Derby in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Rail Station Car Park via Milton Keynes Coachway in around 5h 10m.

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