Oxfordshire

Explore Oxfordshire the slow way, 2 bus routes and 3 rail routes, plus attractions worth the detour.

5 journeys·49 attractions·4 operators

🚌 Bus journeys

2 bus routes through Oxfordshire

Hop on, hop off and watch the scenery roll past.

🚂 Rail journeys

3 rail routes in Oxfordshire

Heritage steam, mainline scenic lines and everything in between.

🥾 Walking routes6 in Oxfordshire

Stretch your legs between journeys

Real routes with maps and GPX downloads, most reachable car-free.

See all 6 walking routes

📍 Editor’s picks · don’t miss

What every visitor to Oxfordshire should put on their list

Attraction

Sudeley Castle

Sudeley Castle, situated in Gloucestershire's Cotswolds, embodies centuries of royal history and…

CountrysideFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Bourton-on-the-Water Model Village

CountrysideFamily Friendly
Attraction

Punting in Oxford

CountrysideFun for all agesRivers and Canals
Attraction

The London Eye

The London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, stands at 135 meters tall on the South Bank of the River…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyMajor Landmarks
Attraction

Big Ben

Big Ben, the iconic Elizabeth Tower in London completed in 1859, is renowned for its Victorian architecture…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace, completed in 1837, is the official residence of the British monarch, showcasing…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

South Bank of the River Thames

The South Bank of the River Thames in London is a dynamic cultural district, featuring theaters, galleries…

Art GalleriesCity & CultureFamily Friendly
Attraction

Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum

Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum in Gloucestershire showcases diverse collections spanning fine arts…

Art GalleriesFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Broadway Tower

Broadway Tower, overlooking the Cotswold village of Broadway, commands sweeping views across 16 counties…

CountrysideFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Cotswold Way

The Cotswold Way, spanning over 100 miles from Chipping Campden to Bath, invites walkers to explore England's…

CountrysideFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

St. Mary the Virgin Church

St. Mary the Virgin Church, a prominent landmark in Oxford, showcases a harmonious fusion of architectural…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Pittville Park

Pittville Park, a serene haven in Cheltenham, showcases expansive greenery, ornamental lakes, and…

CountrysideFamily FriendlyLakes and Lochs

ℹ Know before you go

Oxfordshire at a glance

5
Scenic journeys
Bus + rail + ferry combined
2
Bus routes
3
Rail routes
49
Attractions
Curated by the Great Scenic Journeys team
6
Walking routes
With maps + GPX downloads
4
Operators
Bus + rail companies serving the region

🚍 Operators here

4 transport operators serve Oxfordshire

The bus and rail companies you’ll meet on these routes.

Chiltern Railways2 routes here
Thames Travel1 route here
Cross Country Trains1 route here
Pulhams1 route here

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