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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Wales is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Wales is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Wales. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Didcot Parkway and Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Oxford to Wales?

The distance between Oxford and Wales is 102 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Wales without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Oxford to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Wales train from?

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

Where does the Oxford to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Wales is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Oxford to Wales.

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

Book your Oxford to Wales train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Wales.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 14m
£42–81
Drive 100.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Cardiffcar 100.8 mi
2h 3m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Market Placebus S6
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Fleming Waybus S6
3. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff Centraltrain
3h 15m
£34–61
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Oxford to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Oxford - Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 19m
£43–85

Oxford to Wales by train

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Distance: 101.9 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 58 min.

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