How to travel from Cardiff to Oxford

There are 2 options to travel between Cardiff and Oxford including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Oxford is a bus with an average price of €27.

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

A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Oxford costing on average €59.

The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 12m.

The distance from Cardiff to Oxford is approximately 84 miles (136 km).

The average frequency per day from Cardiff to Oxford is:

• Around 20 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cardiff to Oxford:

• Trains mostly depart from Cardiff Central (CDF) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
• Buses mostly depart from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cardiff to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, Megabus to go to Oxford by bus.
• Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Oxford by train.

Omio customers who travel from Cardiff to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cambridge, Bristol. 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.