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 £25 - £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 £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Wales. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Cardiff - North Road via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

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 32m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Oxford to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Wales bus from?

Oxford to Wales bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford to Wales?

The best way to get from Oxford to Wales is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Oxford to Wales bus arrive?

Oxford to Wales bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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?

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1781+ 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 Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 32m
£39–78
Drive 100.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxford to Cardiffcar 100.8 mi
2h 3m
£26–37
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 12m
£34–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 35m
£42–60

Oxford to Wales by train

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Distance: 101.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queens Lane to Cardiff - North Road via London Heathrow Airport in around 5h 35m.

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