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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Oxford is to bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Oxford is to train which takes 33 min and costs £15 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Spring Gardens and arriving at Osney Island via Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Oxford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swindon and arriving at Oxford. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Swindon to Oxford?

The distance between Swindon and Oxford is 34 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £15 - £29.

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

The train from Swindon to Oxford takes 33 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Oxford bus from?

Swindon to Oxford bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Spring Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Oxford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Oxford?

The best way to get from Swindon to Oxford is to train which takes 33 min and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Swindon to Oxford bus arrive?

Swindon to Oxford bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Market Place station.

Where does the Swindon to Oxford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Oxford is 31 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Swindon to Oxford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Oxford?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Oxfordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Oxford / ...
33 min
£15–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Spring Gardens to Market Placebus S6
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Osney Islandbus S6
1h 28m
£5–7
Drive 30.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Oxfordcar 30.4 mi
47 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swindon to Oxfordtaxi 30.4 mi
47 min
£140–170
Train via Didcot Parkway
1. Take the train from Swindon to Didcot Parkwaytrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Oxfordtrain London Paddington - Oxford / ...
46 min
£15–29

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Distance: 33.7 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Oxford, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Oxford every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spring Gardens to Osney Island via Market Place in around 1h 28m.

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