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National Museum Cardiff
Wales's flagship national museum in Cardiff, known for Impressionist art, natural history, and archaeology. A superb all-round introduction to Welsh culture.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$105
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$120
Fastest journey on Aug 31
4 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
4 h 16 m
Trains on Aug 31
12
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Wales will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Wales without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
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G89421Omio 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 an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, while a train costs an average of $132.
Distance: 109 miles (177 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Wales:
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Wales costing on average $132 (€107).
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 46m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€107) compared to roughly $38 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-93.65 (€-75.92). The journey takes 2h 45m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Wales trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00851 · G01062+ G89411 | 8:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h17 | 12:57 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 transfers | |
G00851 · G01062+ G89411 | 8:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h14 | 12:54 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00855 · G01064+ G89414 | 9:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h17 | 1:57 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 transfers | |
G00855 · G01064+ G89414 | 9:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h14 | 1:54 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 transfers | |
G80176+ G89419+ W34867+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h20 | 2:19 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 3 transfers | |
G80176+ G89419+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ W34867 | 9:59 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h25 | 2:24 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 3 transfers | |
G00858 · G01067+ G89418 | 10:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h17 | 2:58 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00858 · G01067+ G89418 | 10:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h20 | 3:01 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 transfers | |
G00861 · G01069+ G89421 | 11:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h17 | 3:56 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00861 · G01069+ G89421 | 11:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h19 | 3:58 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 2 transfers | |
G80179+ G89427+ W34877+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 12:00 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h23 | 4:23 PM Kiveton Bridge (KIV) | 3 transfers | |
G80179+ G89427+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ W34877 | 12:00 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4h19 | 4:19 PM Kiveton Park station (KVP) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Oxford to Wales run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) 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 2h 26m.
Distance 109 miles (177 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 7:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Wales's flagship national museum in Cardiff, known for Impressionist art, natural history, and archaeology. A superb all-round introduction to Welsh culture.
A leading open-air museum in Cardiff showing rebuilt historic Welsh buildings, crafts, and daily life across centuries. Ideal for families and cultural discovery.
A major Swansea museum and gallery with Egyptian antiquities, local history, maritime stories, and changing art exhibitions in an elegant civic building.
A lively waterfront district in Cardiff with public buildings, trails, restaurants nearby, and strong maritime heritage. Great for strolling, views, and events.
A spacious Victorian park in Cardiff with river walks, sports fields, and castle views. Popular with locals for relaxed walks close to the city centre.
A popular cliff-edge viewpoint in Rhossili with superb panoramas over Rhossili Bay and Worm's Head. Widely loved for sunsets and coastal scenery.
A hearty lamb and vegetable stew, slowly cooked with leeks and potatoes. It is a classic national dish tied to Welsh farming traditions.
A comforting dish of mashed potatoes mixed with leeks, often served with butter or alongside meats. Leeks are a national symbol of Wales.
Traditional cakes cooked on a bakestone with flour, currants and spices. They are a beloved Welsh teatime treat eaten warm or cold.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant known for Welsh tasting menus and polished service in an elegant Cardiff setting.
Historic Cardiff market institution serving traditional Welsh breakfasts, laverbread and cockles in a busy casual setting.
Well regarded waterside restaurant focusing on Welsh ingredients, seafood and modern British cooking in Swansea's marina area.
Moderate for the UK. Lodging and dining are often below London prices, while transit and rural stays can raise costs in peak season.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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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.

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.
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 options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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