The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Oxford
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Oxford will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 31 trains that leave Bristol for Oxford every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G1508621:101h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:27Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
G150629:081h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:25Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
G150587:141h18Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:32Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
G1507817:121h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)18:29Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
G1508219:151h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)20:32Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
W34498 · W3489414:001h16Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:16Oxford station (OXF)£351One-way1 change
G1508621:101h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:27Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
G14913 · W3492321:001h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)22:17Oxford station (OXF)£351One-way1 change
G150629:081h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:25Oxford station (OXF)£151One-way0 changes
W34493 · W3488913:001h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:17Oxford station (OXF)£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 98 km
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Live departures
Bristol to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Oxford trains for today, Wednesday 20 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G14908 · G15206 | On time 16:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h23 | 17:23 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
V08530 · W35194 · W35237 · C01004 | On time 16:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h44 | 17:52 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
W34510+ G00726 | On time 16:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 18:09 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
W35435 · C47845+ G01083 | Delayed 15:55 16:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 18:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
G15078 | 17:12 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 18:29 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14909 · C01016 | On time 17:29 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 19:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14911 · W34913 | On time 19:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h18 | 20:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
W34523 · C00994 | On time 19:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h25 | 20:55 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14912 · Y15439 | On time 20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 21:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14912 · W34918 | On time 20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 21:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14913 · W34923 | On time 21:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 22:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14914 · C47853 | On time 22:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h52 | 23:52 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 21 May | |||||
G14894 · G14990 | 6:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h46 | 8:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14894 · C01003 | 6:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 7:52 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G15058 | 7:14 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h18 | 8:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14896 · C01013 | 7:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h21 | 8:51 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14897 · W34865 | 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h18 | 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14897 · Y15417 | 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h43 | 9:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G01062+ G15041 · G15362 | 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h25 | 9:58 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
W34472 · G14991 | 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 10:19 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G15062 | 9:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 10:25 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14899 · C01012 | 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h20 | 10:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
W34477+ G00861 | 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 11:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14900 · C47837 | 10:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h21 | 11:51 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G14903+ G00875 | 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 13:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
W34490 · C47840 | 12:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 13:52 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
W34493 · W34889 | 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 14:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
G15070 | 13:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h20 | 14:29 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14904 · C01005 | 13:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 14:52 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
W34498 · W34894 | 14:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Oxford
Trains from Bristol to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Oxford trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Oxford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bristol to Oxford
Passengers looking to get from Bristol to Oxford have plenty of options, with services running regularly from 04:50 a.m until 11:36 p.m. There are at least four services per hour between these times. All trains leave from Bristol Temple Meads and require a change at either Swindon or Didcot Parkway, before arriving at Oxford station. Journey times range from 1 hour and 21 minutes to 1 hour and 56 minutes.
Taking the Train from Bristol
Trains from Bristol to Oxford will depart from Bristol Temple Meads. Temple Meads is a couple of kilometres to the south-east of the city centre and the University district, but is well connected via local buses. Catch bus number 8 if you are coming from Clifton, or bus number 9 if you are travelling from Kingsdown. The A1 bus service also directly links Temple Meads with Bristol International Airport, for anyone transferring from a flight. Buses run until quite late, so should be convenient for all train departure times, but very early travellers may want to book a minibus or taxi.
Getting into Oxford by Train
Oxford is one of the UK's most beautiful cities. Famous for its seats of learning, the city is filled with ancient colleges and libraries that visitors can wander around. Tour the treasures of the Ashmolean Museum, climb the stairs of University Church for breath-taking views, or take a trip to nearby Blenheim Palace. Trains from Bristol to Oxford get into the city's main station. Local buses depart from just outside, and will take visitors straight to the city centre, while rickshaw tours are also available with expert guides.
FAQs: Bristol to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Oxford
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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