What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to South Wales is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to South Wales is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Cwmbach via Didcot Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Oxford to South Wales?

The distance between Oxford and South Wales is 124 miles. The road distance is 112.8 miles.

How do I travel from Oxford to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Oxford to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Oxford to South Wales?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Oxford to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to South Wales train from?

Oxford to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Didcot Parkway station.

Where does the Oxford to South Wales train arrive?

Oxford to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Oxford to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to South Wales is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Oxford to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Oxford to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 572+ hotels available in South Wales.

Oxford to South Wales - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 53m
£53–104
Drive 112.1 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to South Walescar 112.1 mi
2h 31m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
4h 58m
£38–72

Oxford to South Wales by train

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Distance: 123.2 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Oxford to Cwmbach via Didcot Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 3h 53m.

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