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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Oxford to Cambridge

Composite routes from Oxford to Cambridge

Cheapest
1 h 38 min
Car
140 km.
from $7
Other
1 h 48 min
Bus
154 km.
from €65
Details
2 h 14 min
106 km.
from $148.63
4 h 17 min
106 km.
from $35.11
5 h 23 min
105 km.
from $20.67

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Oxford to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$17.72

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$82.28

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Oxford to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.30–$101.26

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Great Northern

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
greatnorthernrail.com/
Train from King's Cross to Cambridge
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

Bus operators

Oxford Bus Company

Phone:
+44 1865 785400
Email:
info@oxfordbus.co.uk
Website:
oxfordbus.co.uk/
Bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.82–$7.59

Stagecoach East

Phone:
01733207860
Email:
cambridge.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/about/east
Bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to High
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.18
Bus from Bus Station to Drummer
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.16–$4.43

Uno

Phone:
01707 255764
Email:
unobus@herts.ac.uk
Website:
unobus.info/
Bus from Central Railway Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cambridge is to bus which costs $11.96 - $16.30 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $27.17 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Cambridge via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Cambridge via Paddington station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Oxford to Cambridge?

The distance between Oxford and Cambridge is 195 km. The road distance is 140 km.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $65.22 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Oxford to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cambridge bus from?

Oxford to Cambridge bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cambridge train from?

Oxford to Cambridge train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Oxford to Cambridge is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $65.22 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Oxford to Cambridge bus arrive?

Oxford to Cambridge bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Oxford to Cambridge train arrive?

Oxford to Cambridge train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Cambridge is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Oxford to Cambridge.

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

Book your Oxford to Cambridge train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 688+ hotels available in Cambridge. Prices start at $60.21 per night.

Can I share a ride from Oxford to Cambridge?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Oxford and Cambridge. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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