How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Oxford?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Oxford start from R 486. The average price for this train route is around R 1 016. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Oxford?

The average train journey time from Bristol to Oxford is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 92 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Oxford route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Oxford?

The earliest train from Bristol to Oxford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:00.

Train Bristol to Oxford from R 460

Next train departures

Next departures from Bristol to Oxford on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:45	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 52m	09:37	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	15:05	Bristol Parkway	1h 33m	16:38	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:45	Bristol Temple Meads	1h 52m	09:37	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:30	Bristol Parkway	1h 40m	10:10	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:30	Bristol Parkway	1h 40m	10:10	Oxford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:40 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Oxford

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 1 hour 21 minutes and with fares starting at just R 486, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 21mAverage duration

92 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 408 - R 429	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 486 - R 3 692	Average duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 199 - R 199	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bristol and Oxford?

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Oxford

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Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 486

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Oxford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bristol to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Oxford start from R 486. The average price for this train route is around R 1 016. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Oxford?
The average train journey time from Bristol to Oxford is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 92 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Oxford route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Oxford?
The earliest train from Bristol to Oxford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/01

R 715

29/01

R 736

Today

R 717

31/01

R 460

01/02

R 737

02/02

R 723

03/02

R 724

04/02

R 723

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Oxford was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 460

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bristol to Oxford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 460 to R 2 557 for a train ticket from Bristol to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 460, which is on 2026-01-31.