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

66.5 miles 107.1 km · straight line
100.7 miles actual route 162 km · driving distance
2h 7min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
242° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Oxford, United Kingdom is 66.5 miles (107.1 km) as the crow flies. Oxford, United Kingdom is located WSW of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.7 miles, taking about 2h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom to Oxford, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 7min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 32min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 1min $12–$35* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m 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 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 374.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM