What is the cheapest way to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading?

The cheapest way to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading?

The fastest way to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between University of Oxford and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Oxford to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from St Aldates and arriving at Reading University via Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from University of Oxford to University of Reading?

The distance between University of Oxford and University of Reading is 31 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

Where do I catch the University of Oxford to University of Reading bus from?

University of Oxford to University of Reading bus services, operated by Thames Travel, depart from St Aldates station.

Where does the University of Oxford to University of Reading bus arrive?

University of Oxford to University of Reading bus services, operated by Thames Travel, arrive at Forbury Road station.

Can I drive from University of Oxford to University of Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Oxford to University of Reading is 29 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from University of Oxford to University of Reading.

Where can I stay near University of Reading?

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University of Oxford to University of Reading

Q: How do I travel from University of Oxford to University of Reading without a car?

The best way to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 1h 2m and costs £10 - £23.

Q: How long does it take to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from University of Oxford to University of Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Reading University21 / ...
1h 2m
£11–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Aldates to Forbury RoadX40
2h 3m
£6–7
Drive 29.1 mi
1. Drive from University of Oxford to University of Reading29.1 mi
50 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University of Oxford to University of Reading29.1 mi
50 min
£130–160

University of Oxford to University of Reading by foot, train, and bus

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1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.4 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between University of Oxford, England and University of Reading, England?

Thames Travel operates a bus from St Aldates to Forbury Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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