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

300.7 miles 484 km · straight line
358.8 miles actual route 577.5 km · driving distance
7h 2min estimated drive time
£54 - £67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Oxford, United Kingdom?

The distance from Edinburgh to Oxford, United Kingdom is 300.7 miles (484 km) as the crow flies. Oxford, United Kingdom is located SSE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.8 miles, taking about 7h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Oxford, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 2min £54 - £67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 26min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 41min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Oxford, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM