How to travel from Windsor to Oxford

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Compare bus and train for Windsor to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windsor to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. 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 $37, while a bus costs an average of $42.

Distance: 33 miles (54 km)

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$37

Average price

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$42

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1h 33m

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1h 3m

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Great Western Railway

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National Express

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

The cheapest way to travel from Windsor to Oxford is a train with an average price of $37.

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

A train is $5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Windsor to Oxford costing on average $42.

The fastest way to travel from Windsor to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 33m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Windsor and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Windsor to Oxford among Omio's users.

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from Windsor to Oxford

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Great Western RailwayY15484+Elizabeth lineC37263+Great Western RailwayG14991
    9:00 AM1h19
    Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
    10:19 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $341One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Great Western RailwayY15484+Elizabeth lineC37263+Great Western RailwayG14991
    9:00 AM1h19
    Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
    10:19 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $341One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayY15472+Elizabeth lineC37231+CrossCountryG00739
    8:00 AM1h13
    Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
    9:13 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $451One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayY15501+Elizabeth lineC37199+Great Western RailwayY15419
    10:20 AM1h22
    Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
    11:42 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $341One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15488+Elizabeth lineC37160+Great Western RailwayY15399
    9:20 AM1h23
    Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
    10:43 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $341One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15493 · G15422+CrossCountryG00701
    9:40 AM1h30
    Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
    11:10 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $341One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressRE703 · TAOXF
    4:46 AM2h09
    Windsor
    6:55 AMOxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressRE703 · TAOXF
    10:45 PM2h15
    Windsor
    1:00 AMOxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressRE703 · TAOXF
    8:43 PM2h17
    Windsor
    11:00 PMOxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
    $431One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Windsor 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 Windsor to Oxford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Windsor and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Windsor to Oxford is a train with an average price of $37.

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

A train is $5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Windsor to Oxford costing on average $42.

The fastest way to travel from Windsor to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 33m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 33m.

The distance from Windsor to Oxford is approximately 33 miles (54 km).
The average frequency per day from Windsor to Oxford is:
  • Around 31 buses per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Windsor 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 Windsor to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Windsor & Eton Central (WNC) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Windsor and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Windsor to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Oxford by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway to go to Oxford by train.
Omio customers who travel from Windsor 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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