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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Oxford to Cardiff

Composite routes from Oxford to Cardiff

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
162 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 20 min
Bus
178 km.
from €130
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Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
FlixBus
Website
Megabus UK
Website
Stagecoach West
Website
FlixBus
Website
1h 20m
Hourly
$10.13–$13.92
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
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Megabus UK
Website
1h 45m
3 times a week
$15.19–$21.52
[email protected]
Contact via email
Stagecoach West
Website
37 min
Every 30 minutes
$2.96
0345 241 8000
0345 241 8000
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 1
First Great Western Service
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
1h 16m
Every 3 hours
$63.29–$139.24
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff is to bus which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Didcot Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Oxford to Cardiff?

The distance between Oxford and Cardiff is 164 km. The road distance is 168.9 km.

How do I travel from Oxford to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Oxford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Oxford to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Oxford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cardiff bus from?

Oxford to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cardiff train from?

Oxford to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Didcot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Oxford to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Oxford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Oxford to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Oxford to Cardiff train arrive?

Oxford to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Cardiff is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Oxford to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Oxford to Cardiff?

Book your Oxford to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Oxford to Cardiff?

Book your Oxford to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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