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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Oxford

Showing times and prices for Jul 18

Cheapest price

$49

Average price

$59

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 23 m

Trains per day

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Oxford will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bristol to Oxford without transferring at least once.

P08178 · P09460

10:30AM1h22

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

11:52AMOxford station (OXF)

$491One-way

1 transfer

P08175 · P09458

09:00AM1h24

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

10:24AMOxford station (OXF)

$541One-way

1 transfer

P08176 · P09524

09:30AM1h20

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

10:50AMOxford station (OXF)

$541One-way

1 transfer

P08177+

C23392

10:00AM1h38

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

11:38AMOxford station (OXF)

$661One-way

1 transfer

P08173 · P08348

08:00AM1h21

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

09:21AMOxford station (OXF)

$661One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €38.

Distance: 60 miles (98 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€40 Average price	€33 Average price Cheapest
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bristol to Oxford train times

Showing trains for today, Thursday, July 17

Last updated at 3:27 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
P08173 · P08348	On time 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1h21	8:21 AM Oxford station (OXF)	1 transfer
P08174 · P09457	On time 7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1h26	8:56 AM Oxford station (OXF)	1 transfer
P08175 · P09458	On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1h24	9:24 AM Oxford station (OXF)	1 transfer
P08176 · P09524	On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1h20	9:50 AM Oxford station (OXF)	1 transfer
P08177+C23392	On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1h38	10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF)	1 transfer
P08178 · P09460	On time 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1h22	10:52 AM Oxford station (OXF)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Oxford?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Oxford is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Oxford route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Oxford per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Oxford.

Trains

from $43

Buses

from $34

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Oxford

United Kingdom

Trains from Bristol to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $36 (€29)

Distance

60 miles (98 km)

Average train duration

1h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

$47 (€38)

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 14m

First train

00:10

Last train

23:57

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $36 (€29)

Train providers: Great Western Rail and first_great_western from Bristol to Oxford trains

You can travel by train to Oxford from Bristol with Great Western Rail and first_great_western for as low as $19 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Bristol to Oxford train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 14 min
Cheapest Price: $19

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Oxford

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Oxford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Oxford.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Oxford can start from as little as $19 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Oxford is $44 (€35); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Bristol to Oxford is on average 1 h 11 min for the 61 mile (98 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Oxford from Bristol by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bristol to Oxford leaves at 12: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bristol to Oxford leaves at 11: 16 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Bristol to Oxford which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Bristol to Oxford you can take a train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Oxford from Bristol on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 16 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Oxford, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Oxford from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Oxford is October.

You have options as you can travel from Bristol to Oxford 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Oxford

Bristol

Oxford

The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Oxford.

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

The Pasty Shop
Starbucks
Upper Crust
Pumpkin Café
Hart's Bakery

Taxis

Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.

Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Located near the main entrance.

Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads

Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House