The distance between Oxford and Southampton is around 107km (66 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 10m.
We've found 3 different ways to get from Oxford to Southampton by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
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Take the train to Southampton Central.
Take the bus to Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade.
There are several options for getting from Oxford to Southampton by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £7 ($8) and will take around 1h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £13 ($15).
The distance between Oxford and Southampton is around 107km (66 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 95km (59 miles)
It takes around 1h 25m to get from Oxford and Southampton by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Oxford to Southampton is to drive which takes around 1h 10m and will set you back approx £13 ($15).
The cheapest way to travel between Oxford and Southampton, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £7 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Oxford and Southampton. It typically takes around 1h 25m and departs every 3 hours.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Oxford and Southampton with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 1h 25m.
CrossCountry run train services between Oxford and Southampton. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 1h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Oxford and Southampton. It typically takes around 1h 40m and departs once daily.
Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Oxford and Southampton with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 1h 40m.
National Express run regular bus services between Oxford and Southampton. Buses run once daily and take around 1h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Oxford to Southampton. We recommend that you take the train to Southampton Central. instead which will take 1h 25m.
The closest major airport to Southampton is Southampton Airport (SOU) (SOU) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Southampton. Bournemouth Airport (BOH) (BOH) and Gatwick Airport (LGW) (LGW) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Yes it is possible to drive from Oxford and Southampton. The distance is around 107km (66 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Oxford to Southampton is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 25m and will usually cost around £51 ($60).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 1h 25m | £51($60) | every 3 hours | 119km (74 miles) |
Bus | 1h 40m | £7($8) | twice daily | 108km (67 miles) |
Drive | 1h 10m | £13($15) | on demand | 107km (66 miles) |
The following major airports near Southampton offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.