Bedford, United Kingdom to Oxford, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.8 miles 68.9 km · straight line
57 miles actual route 91.7 km · driving distance
1h 19min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Bedford, United Kingdom from Oxford, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bedford, United Kingdom to Oxford, United Kingdom is 42.8 miles (68.9 km) as the crow flies. Oxford, United Kingdom is located SW of Bedford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 57 miles, taking about 1h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bedford, United Kingdom and Oxford, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bedford, United Kingdom to Oxford, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 19min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 35min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bedford, United Kingdom & Oxford, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bedford, United Kingdom
52.13°N, 0.47°W
Europe/London
30m elevation
Oxford, United Kingdom
51.75°N, 1.26°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 581.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM