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Away from the crowds of London, there is a cute city, calm and relaxing. Well known as the city of dreaming spires, this guide will show you the perfect itinerary of Oxford in one day. As an easy day trip from London<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, Oxford can give you the freedom to walk around the cobblestoned streets, feeling the vibes of the university city. Oxford one day itinerary is not just a guide to unwind, but also the perfect trip to enjoy magnificent architecture and a superb cultural hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living in London, sometimes we feel the need to escape from the routine and the fast pace of living in a metropolis. Oxford is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the perfect day out in London<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s now time to get in the heart of our topic, walking you through our Oxford day trip guide. It is possible to enjoy the most important sightseeing of Oxford in just one day<\/strong>, so continue to scroll down and enjoy our guide. A detailed itinerary from morning to evening, with some tips on where to eat in Oxford, and why not, where to stay overnight in Oxford too.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Things to know before your Oxford day trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start with the first and most important fact about Oxford. This compact city groups some of the most prestigious universities in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being a small city it is easy to walk around, also because most of the old town and the city centre is completely walkable and close to vehicles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cobbled lanes of Oxford are awesome and will let you step back in the past, walking around the little alleys, discovering narrow passages between the buildings. Wear comfortable shoes while visiting Oxford, the pavement is not appropriate for high heels.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This enjoyable city, just an hour away from London, can be overcrowded, however, there are some parts of the year when you can experience Oxford without people around<\/strong>. We will talk about that later, but you should know that the shoulder season is the best time to plan a one day in Oxford.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if it is your first time in Britain, Oxford should be on your UK bucket list<\/span><\/strong><\/a>. The city is awesome and ideal for families, leaving the kids free to roam around the traditional English Gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to visit Oxford<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In late spring. This might be the most interesting topic until now. When to visit Oxford is not easy to answer, because it depends on many variables, like special events held by the University, bank holidays in the United Kingdom and others. However, as a very general answer, we can assure you that travelling to Oxford in late spring or early autumn can make your trip enjoyable.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best period to consider for a one day in Oxford is for sure anything around summer, before or after, so the prices are not yet high, and there are not many tourists around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temperatures in Oxford are generally lower compared to London<\/strong>, and this makes it easy to find snow in winter, especially in January and February. Experience Oxford in winter is incredible<\/strong>, with more fairy tale vibes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to plan in your Oxford one day itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Travel time to time can be very expensive, and Oxford is just two steps away from London. Doesn\u2019t matter if it is the desire to explore more, or is just a way to recharge your batteries to embrace another week at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oxford is an easy day trip from London by train<\/a><\/strong>, pleasing to plan even on the go. Not just one day in Oxford, but we suggest staying overnight as well, and why not for the weekend. Planning the perfect one-day itinerary in Oxford, you don\u2019t need that much preparation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ticket for the train can be purchased at the machine at Paddington Station, and trains are regular. You can also opt for a coach, taking it from Victoria<\/strong> or Marble Arch<\/strong> inside the London city centre, sometimes this is the cheapest way to reach Oxford.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices in Oxford city are similar to London, and eating in a local pub doesn\u2019t cost a fortune as you might think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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How to reach Oxford for a day trip from London<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oxford is only about 1 hour away from London<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, 65 miles (ca. 105 kilometres) Northwest of the England Capital. Thanks to the great public transport, it is easy to reach Oxford from London as a day trip. There are many options available, but the easiest way is to reach Oxford by train. Many routes connect London to Oxford<\/strong>, with services departing from Paddington<\/strong> every 30\/45 minutes and Marylebone <\/strong>(the nearby to the city centre). Also, cars and coaches are other great alternatives too. There are direct links between the two cities, and trains and buses are at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The train is not always the cheapest solution, but you can look into booking the ticket by Bus, using National Express<\/a>, Megabus<\/a>, or the Oxford Tube Bus Company<\/a>. By bus, it will take a bit longer with a few stops on the way, however, you will enjoy a bit more of Oxfordshire, which is very pretty. Instead, using a car to reach Oxford will allow you to stretch the length to the nearby pretty villages in the Cotswold<\/strong> as well. From Oxford, it is easy to reach other places, and proper British villages like Witney, Bibury, Bicester or Burford<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n