How to get to Oxford from Watford

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Compare coach and train for Watford to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £51.

Distance: 60 km

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£51

Average Price

Cheapest

£17

Average Price

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2h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

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The cheapest way to travel from Watford to Oxford is a train with an average price of £51.
The fastest way to travel from Watford to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Watford and Oxford including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-33.76. The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Watford to Oxford

How to get to Oxford from Watford by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Watford to Oxford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Great Western RailwayY15399+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington+West Midlands TrainsW70263
    8:491h54
    Bushey (BSH)
    10:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £371One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • Great Western RailwayY15399+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington+West Midlands TrainsW70263
    8:491h54
    Bushey (BSH)
    10:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £371One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayY15399+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington+West Midlands TrainsW70263
    8:491h54
    Bushey (BSH)
    10:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £371One-way
    2 changes

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayY15399+West Midlands TrainsW70263+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington
    8:461h57
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    10:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £371One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34874+West Midlands TrainsC24675+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington
    9:191h59
    Bushey (BSH)
    11:18Oxford station (OXF)
    £371One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14991+West Midlands TrainsW70256+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington
    8:182h01
    Bushey (BSH)
    10:19Oxford station (OXF)
    £371One-way
    2 changes

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FAQs: Watford to Oxford

Travel to Oxford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Watford to Oxford.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Watford and Oxford including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Watford to Oxford is a train with an average price of £51.
The fastest way to travel from Watford to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 7m.
The Watford to Oxford distance is approximately 60 km.
The average frequency per day from Watford to Oxford is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Watford and Oxford as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Watford to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Watford Junction (WFJ) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Watford to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, London Overground, CrossCountry, Tube, West Midlands Trains to go to Oxford by train.
Omio customers who travel from Watford to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, London Heathrow Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oxford and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Watford to Oxford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries. Tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology. Enjoy the diverse plant collections at the Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest in the UK. Explore the Covered Market to browse local shops and eateries. Climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Don't miss the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
To fully experience Oxford, including its historic university, museums, and picturesque streets, a 2 to 3-day visit is recommended.

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