How to travel from Guildford to Oxford

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

The cheapest way to travel from Guildford to Oxford is a train with an average price of €28.

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

A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Guildford to Oxford costing on average €36.

The fastest way to travel from Guildford to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 49m.

The distance from Guildford to Oxford is approximately 45 miles (74 km).

The average frequency per day from Guildford to Oxford is:

• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Guildford 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 Guildford to Oxford:

• Trains mostly depart from Guildford station (GLD) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
• Buses mostly depart from Guildford, Egerton Road and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

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

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

Omio customers who travel from Guildford 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.