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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Melksham is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Melksham is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Osney Island and arriving at Market Place via Market Place, Fleming Way and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Melksham via Didcot Parkway and Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Oxford to Melksham?

The distance between Oxford and Melksham is 57 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Oxford to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Melksham bus from?

Oxford to Melksham bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Market Place station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford to Melksham?

The best way to get from Oxford to Melksham is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 55 bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Oxford to Melksham bus arrive?

Oxford to Melksham bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Fleming Way station.

Where does the Oxford to Melksham train arrive?

Oxford to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Didcot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Melksham is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Oxford to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxford to Melksham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Didcot Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Swindontrain
3. Take the train from Swindon to Melkshamtrain
2h 12m
£25–48
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Fleming Waybus S6
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Town Bridgebus 55
4h 1m
£9–14
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Aldates to Parkway Stationbus X2 / ...
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Chippenhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt A to Market Placebus X34
3h 26m
£22–41
Drive 54.9 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Melkshamcar 54.9 mi
1h 23m
£14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxford to Chippenhamtrain Oxford - Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt A to Market Placebus X34
2h 15m
£24–45

Oxford to Melksham by train

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Oxford to Melksham via Didcot Parkway and Swindon in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osney Island to Market Place via Market Place, Fleming Way, Town Bridge, and Bus Station in around 4h 1m.

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