How to get from Exeter to Oxford

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What is the best way to travel from Exeter to Oxford?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses for the journey to Oxford from Exeter. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 49m
$52
$82
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Car
3h 20m
$22
$22
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What is the cheapest way to reach Oxford from Exeter?

You can get to Oxford with just $22 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from $22
Saturday
from $70
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from $108

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Exeter
    6:30 PM
    Oxford
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $22

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 25m
    0
    12:42 AM
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    6:07 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $52
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 20m
    0
    12:47 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    6:07 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $52
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 0m
    0
    1:07 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    6:07 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $52
  • South Western Railway
    4h 14m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:37 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $114

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 36m
    0
    12:42 AM
    Exeter
    St Thomas Station
    6:18 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $70
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 31m
    0
    12:47 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    6:18 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $70
  • South Western Railway
    3h 9m
    0
    6:29 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    9:38 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $80
  • South Western Railway
    2h 58m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    10:38 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $80

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • South Western Railway
    3h 58m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:21 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $108
  • South Western Railway
    4h 14m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:37 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $108

What are the fastest trips from Exeter to Oxford?

You can get to Oxford from Exeter in just 2h 49m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 3h 20m
Saturday
from 2h 49m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 3h 58m

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Exeter
    6:30 PM
    Oxford
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $22

    • Fastest Trains Friday

  • South Western Railway
    3h 58m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:21 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $114
  • South Western Railway
    4h 14m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:37 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $114
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 0m
    0
    1:07 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    6:07 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $52
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 20m
    0
    12:47 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    6:07 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $52

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 49m
    0
    6:27 AM
    Exeter
    St Davids Station
    9:16 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $80
  • South Western Railway
    2h 58m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    10:38 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $80
  • South Western Railway
    3h 9m
    0
    6:29 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    9:38 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 31m
    0
    12:47 AM
    Exeter
    Central Station
    6:18 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $70

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • South Western Railway
    3h 58m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:21 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $108
  • South Western Railway
    4h 14m
    0
    5:23 AM
    Exeter
    Cranbrook Train Station
    9:37 AM
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from $108
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Exeter to Oxford

What are the most popular stations in Exeter and Oxford?

In Exeter, you will usually depart from St Thomas Station, St Davids Station or Central Station, while in Oxford you will be arriving at Central Station, Parkway or St Giles, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Oxford from Exeter? With 4 connections between 4 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Exeter and Oxford, you can pay as low as $22 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Oxford in just 2h 49m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Exeter and Oxford are South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Exeter and Oxford is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Topsham or to Yarnton, and look at flights from Exeter Airport, and landing at Oxford Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Exeter to Oxford?

The most popular companies between Exeter and Oxford, are South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Exeter to Oxford

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Exeter to Oxford. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Exeter to Oxford

How can I reach Oxford from Exeter?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Oxford from Exeter.

How far is Oxford from Exeter?

The distance between Exeter and Oxford is 121.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Exeter and Oxford?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 48 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Exeter to Oxford?

You can get to Oxford with just $22 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Oxford in just 2h 49m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Exeter and to Oxford

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Exeter and to Oxford. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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