How to travel from St Albans to Oxford

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from St Albans to Oxford

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

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

  • Great Western RailwayY15399+ThameslinkW32958+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington
    2 transfers

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  • Great Western RailwayY15399+ThameslinkW32958+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayV38602+CrossCountryG00701+Elizabeth lineC38305+ThameslinkW32951
    3 transfers

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  • Great Western RailwayW34874+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ThameslinkW32951
    2 transfers
  • ThameslinkW45544+Elizabeth lineC38571+Great Western RailwayV38603+CrossCountryG00698
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from St Albans to Oxford

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You can travel between St Albans and Oxford by train.
The cheapest way to travel from St Albans to Oxford is a train with an average price of $63 (€53).
The fastest way to travel from St Albans to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 5m.
The distance from St Albans to Oxford is approximately 39 miles (64 km).
The average frequency per day from St Albans to Oxford is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from St Albans to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from St Albans City (SAC) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from St Albans to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways to go to Oxford by train.
Omio customers who travel from St Albans 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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