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Oxford to Wales train with CrossCountry
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oxford to Wales
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$111 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Wales:
A bus is $87 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Wales costing on average $111 (€91).
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 5m.
Tickets start at around $111 (€91) compared to roughly $38 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-73.43 (€-60.15). The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oxford to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Wales trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:39 AM Oxford | 3h15 | 11:54 AM Wales | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:59 AM Oxford | 4h25 | 1:24 PM Wales | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:59 AM Oxford | 4h25 | 2:24 PM Wales | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Oxford to Wales trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Wales.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford to Wales.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Wales.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Wales
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Trains from Oxford to Wales run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 7:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford to Wales trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford and Wales from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Oxford to Wales
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Wales by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oxford to Wales
Most Oxford to Wales trains use the Oxford to Kiveton Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Wales train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Wales leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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