What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Porton Down is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Porton Down is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Salisbury via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Oxford to Porton Down?

The distance between Oxford and Porton Down is 87 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

How do I travel from Oxford to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Oxford to Porton Down without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £60 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Oxford to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Oxford to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Porton Down train from?

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

Where does the Oxford to Porton Down train arrive?

Oxford to Porton Down train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Porton Down is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Oxford to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 534+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Oxford to Porton Down - 3 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Basingstoketrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisburytrain London Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2h 10m
£62–94
Drive 55.9 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to Porton Downcar 55.9 mi
1h 8m
£14–21
Train, line 76 bus, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Oxford to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 76
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Firs Closebus 87
4h 16m
£36–51

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Porton Down, England?

You can take a train from Oxford to Porton Down via Basingstoke and Salisbury in around 2h 10m.

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