How to travel from Reading to Oxford

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

The cheapest way to travel from Reading to Oxford is a train with an average price of CHF12.

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

A train is CHF52 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reading to Oxford costing on average CHF64.

The fastest way to travel from Reading to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 25m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 36m.

The distance from Reading to Oxford is approximately 23 miles (38 km).

The average frequency per day from Reading to Oxford is:

• Around 26 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

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

• Trains mostly depart from Reading station (RDG) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
• Buses mostly depart from Reading, Blagrave Street and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

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

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

Yes, there are direct services available from Reading to Oxford with the following travel companies:

• 8 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
• 0 direct buses per day with Thames Travel.

Omio customers who travel from Reading 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.