Day trip from Birmingham to Oxford
Oxford lies 92 km (57 mi) south-east of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 92 km (57 mi) apart, Oxford is a realistic day trip from Birmingham: about 1 h 30 min each way by road.
| Birmingham | Oxford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1.2 million | 162,100 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 72 m (236 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | B1–B99 | OX1 |
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Staying in Oxford
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Common questions
How far is Oxford from Birmingham?
92 km (57 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Birmingham; by road roughly 113 km (70 mi).
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Oxford by road?
About 1 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Oxford?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.