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Compare train for Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£71 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) and enjoy the approximately 135 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 09:04, the last at 09:04. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 2h 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 09:04 |
Last train 09:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £34
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Oxford station (OXF) and Cathays (CYS) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) 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 Cathays (CYS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £71, while the average price tends to be around £71.
The cheapest way to get from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) is by coach, costing approximately £34.
Booking trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) is 135 km.
To travel from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS), you can take a .
The train journey from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) covers a distance of 135 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 0 per day.
The last train from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) departs at 9:04.
The train journey from Oxford to Cathays offers varied scenery, with views of the lush English countryside, rolling hills, and picturesque towns, providing a pleasant and scenic experience for travellers.
There is no night train service from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS).
The first train from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) leaves at 9:04.
Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS) run approximately 0 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS).
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford station (OXF) to Cathays (CYS).
A day trip from Oxford to Cathays is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 28m and trains run 0 times per day over a distance of 135 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford station (OXF) and Cathays (CYS)
Oxford
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Oxford is Oxford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford for your trip from Oxford to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oxford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cathays. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cathays for your journey to Cardiff from Oxford.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
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