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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Oxford is to rideshare which costs £15 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Oxford is to train via Reading which takes 2h 21m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Oxford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Oxford. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Exeter to Oxford?

The distance between Exeter and Oxford is 165 miles. The road distance is 145.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Oxford without a car is to train via Reading which takes 2h 21m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Exeter to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Oxford train from?

Exeter to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Oxford train arrive?

Exeter to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Oxford is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Exeter to Oxford.

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

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Where can I stay near Oxford?

There are 1410+ hotels available in Oxford.

Can I share a ride from Exeter to Oxford?

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

Exeter to Oxford - 5 ways to travel via train, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Oxford by train, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 21m
£74–138
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Oxfordrideshare 144.8 mi
3h 10m
£15
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Oxfordtrain Exeter St Davids - Oxford
2h 35m
£65–130
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 55m
£72–142
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Oxfordcar 144.6 mi
2h 43m
£36–51

Exeter to Oxford by train

176Weekly Trains

2h 21mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Oxford via Reading in around 2h 21m.

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