Driving from Bedford to Oxford
Oxford lies 69 km (43 mi) south-west of Bedford, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 3 min without stops, over roughly 84 km (52 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bedford | Oxford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 106,940 | 162,100 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 72 m (236 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | MK40 | OX1 |
Where to book car hire from Bedford to Oxford
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Staying in Oxford
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Common questions
How far is Oxford from Bedford?
69 km (43 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bedford; by road roughly 84 km (52 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bedford to Oxford by car?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bedford and Oxford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.