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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Oxford is to bus via Birmingham which costs £16 - £30 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Oxford is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Oxford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Gloucester Green Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Oxford via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Chester to Oxford?

The distance between Chester and Oxford is 145 miles. The road distance is 144.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Chester to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Oxford bus from?

Chester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Oxford train from?

Chester to Oxford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Oxford?

The best way to get from Chester to Oxford is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Chester to Oxford bus arrive?

Chester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to Oxford train arrive?

Chester to Oxford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Chester to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Oxford is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Chester to Oxford.

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

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

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Chester to Oxford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Oxford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to StaffordChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to OxfordManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 17m
£50–112
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Gloucester Green Bus StationUk920
4h 20m
£17–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Station423 / ...
4h 15m
£28–50
Drive 143.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Oxford143.3 mi
2h 50m
£35–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Oxford
4h 56m
£83–294

Chester to Oxford by train

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Oxford, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Oxford via Stafford in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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