How to travel from Bristol to Oxford

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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 train, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, while a bus costs an average of $63.

Distance: 60 miles (98 km)

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$51

Average price

Cheapest

$63

Average price

$38

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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30m

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4h 36m

Average total duration

4h 6m

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30m

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1h 32m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Great Western Railway

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National Express

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Oxford is a train with an average price of $51 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Oxford:

A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Oxford costing on average $63 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to Oxford among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $51 (€43) compared to roughly $38 (€32) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bristol to Oxford

How to get from Bristol to Oxford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Bristol to Oxford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Great Western RailwayG15066
    11:18 AM1h11
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:29 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Great Western RailwayG15066
    11:18 AM1h11
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:29 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayG15066
    11:18 AM1h11
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:29 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayG15074
    3:16 PM1h14
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:30 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15078
    5:12 PM1h17
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    6:29 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15070
    1:09 PM1h21
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    2:30 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM4h00
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    10:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:35 PM5h10
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    12:45 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX040 · OLOXT
    8:00 PM5h29
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    1:29 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $451One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Oxford

Travel 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.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Oxford is a train with an average price of $51 (€43).

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Oxford:

A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Oxford costing on average $63 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 36m.

The distance from Bristol to Oxford is approximately 60 miles (98 km).
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Oxford is:
  • Around 23 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Oxford as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Oxford by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway to go to Oxford by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Oxford:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, London Heathrow Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oxford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oxford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries, tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive art and archaeology collection, and walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden to enjoy diverse plant collections. Don't miss exploring the Covered Market with its local shops and eateries, and climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Some of the best sights include the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College.
For a fulfilling experience in Oxford, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its historic colleges, museums, and picturesque city center.

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