How to travel from Swindon to Oxford

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Compare train and bus for Swindon to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $77.

Distance: 26 miles (42 km)

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$26

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$77

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$11

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1h 4m

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34m

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3h 40m

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3h 10m

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59m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Oxford is a train with an average price of $22 (€18).

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

A train is $44 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Swindon to Oxford costing on average $66 (€54).

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 2m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Swindon 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 27m sooner (32m by train vs 59m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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 Swindon to Oxford

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Great Western RailwayG15066
    11:58 AM0h31
    Swindon station (SWI)
    12:29 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Great Western RailwayG15066
    11:58 AM0h31
    Swindon station (SWI)
    12:29 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayG15058
    8:02 AM0h30
    Swindon station (SWI)
    8:32 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayG14900 · C47837
    11:11 AM0h40
    Swindon station (SWI)
    11:51 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15062
    9:49 AM0h37
    Swindon station (SWI)
    10:26 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34472 · G14991
    9:45 AM0h34
    Swindon station (SWI)
    10:19 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $241One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX401 · TAOXF
    12:49 PM3h56
    Swindon, Queen's Drive
    4:45 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $631One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX401 · TAOXF
    12:45 PM4h00
    Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)
    4:45 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $631One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX401 · TAOXF
    5:15 PM3h35
    Swindon, Queen's Drive
    8:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $711One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Swindon 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 Swindon to Oxford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Swindon and Oxford including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Swindon to Oxford is a train with an average price of $26 (€21).

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

A train is $51 (€42) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Swindon to Oxford costing on average $77 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Swindon to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 40m.

The distance from Swindon to Oxford is approximately 26 miles (42 km).
The average frequency per day from Swindon to Oxford is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swindon 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 Swindon to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Swindon station (SWI) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Swindon to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway to go to Oxford by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Oxford by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Swindon to Oxford:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Swindon 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.

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