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Oxford, England

Oxford is a cathedral city and non-metropolitan district in Oxfordshire, England, of which it is the county town.

Type City

Why go

  • City and district in Oxfordshire, England.
  • Known for Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.
  • Served by London Oxford Airport (OXF).

History

Oxford is a cathedral city and non-metropolitan district in Oxfordshire, England, of which it is the county town.

Airports

London Oxford Airport (OXF) 6.8 mi to the centre
Langford Ln, Kidlington, Oxford OX5 1RA, UK — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Wycombe Air Park (HYC) 21 mi to the centre
Marlow, Buckinghamshire, ENG, GB — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Chalgrove Airfield 8.8 mi to the centre
Oxford, Oxfordshire, ENG, GB
Outdoor
Slay Barn Private Airstrip 4.6 mi to the centre
Oxford, Oxfordshire, ENG, GB
Outdoor
Ventfield Farm Airstrip 5.5 mi to the centre
Horton-cum-Studley, ENG, GB
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Benson Marina
Ferry terminal · 11 mi from the centre
Outdoor
Oxford to Abingdon Service
Ferry route · Salters Steamers Ltd
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is London Oxford Airport (OXF); 8 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 12 mi (nearest: Benson Marina, 11 mi); routes include Oxford to Abingdon Service.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Oxford, England. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Every 10 to 15 minutes, 24 hours a day, from Victoria; about 100 minutes. · London, England (UK) guide →
Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences