How to get from Carlisle to Oxford

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Oxford from Carlisle. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 5m
£21
£30
2
Train
5h 13m
£57
£94
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Oxford from Carlisle?

You can reach Oxford with just £21 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £21
Friday
from £26
Saturday
Sunday
from £27
Monday
Tuesday
from £22
Wednesday

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 45m
    0
    05:43
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    11:28
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £57
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 31m
    0
    05:43
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    11:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £81

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 5m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    18:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 13m
    0
    11:02
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:15
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £120
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 26m
    0
    11:47
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    17:13
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £120

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34

What are the fastest trips from Carlisle to Oxford?

You can get to Oxford from Carlisle in just 5h 13m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 8h 20m
Friday
from 5h 31m
Saturday
Sunday
from 5h 13m
Monday
Tuesday
from 8h 20m
Wednesday

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 31m
    0
    05:43
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    11:14
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £81
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 45m
    0
    05:43
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    11:28
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £57

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 13m
    0
    11:02
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:15
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £120
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 26m
    0
    11:47
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    17:13
    Oxford
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £120

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    8h 5m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    18:50
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    8h 20m
    0
    10:45
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    19:05
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    10h 5m
    0
    00:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    10:55
    Oxford
    Gloucester Green
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Carlisle to Oxford

What are the most popular stations in Carlisle and Oxford?

In Carlisle, you will usually depart from MacDonalds Coach Station, Coach 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 Carlisle? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train 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 Carlisle and Oxford, you can pay as low as £21 with a Bus from National Express.

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 Avanti West Coast: you will get to Oxford in just 5h 13m.

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 Carlisle and Oxford are National Express and Avanti West Coast, 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 Carlisle 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 Carlisle Lake Airport or to Yarnton, and look at flights from Carlisle Lake 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 Carlisle to Oxford?

The most popular companies between Carlisle and Oxford, are National Express and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Avanti West Coast

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Oxford

How can I reach Oxford from Carlisle?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Oxford from Carlisle.

How far is Oxford from Carlisle?

The distance between Carlisle and Oxford is 366.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Carlisle 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 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 62 kgs, and a flight 90 kgs.

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

You can get to Oxford with just £21 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle 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 5h 13m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Carlisle and to Oxford

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