Transport & Commuting from Kidlington
Discover how to travel from Kidlington, with local bus services, Oxford Parkway rail connections, Park & Ride and road links to Oxford and the wider region.
Living in Kidlington means being close to Oxford while retaining a strong network of local transport options.
Whether you're commuting into Oxford, travelling further afield or simply getting around the local area, there are several ways to travel.
Oxford Parkway Park & Ride
Oxford Parkway is one of the area's key transport connections.
The station provides regular direct services to Oxford, Bicester Village and London Marylebone. Oxford Parkway Park & Ride is located next to the railway station, providing another option for travelling into Oxford.
For commuters travelling towards London or Oxford, the combination of rail and local connections makes Oxford Parkway an important part of the area's transport network.
The Oxford Parkway Park & Ride site provides bus services into Oxford city centre.
Oxfordshire County Council currently states that the journey to the city centre takes around 12 minutes, with services including routes 2, 2A, 600 and 800.
The Park & Ride site has 700 spaces and is accessible from the A40, A4260, A34 and M40.
Travelling into Oxford
Oxford is close to Kidlington, making the city an important destination for work, education, shopping and leisure.
Public transport provides an alternative to driving, with bus services connecting Kidlington and Oxford. Oxfordshire County Council also identifies walking, cycling and public transport as important parts of its transport vision for Kidlington.
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Bus servicesKidlington is served by local bus services connecting the village with Oxford and surrounding communities.
Routes and timetables change, so for current journey information it's best to check the latest information from the relevant bus operator or Oxfordshire County Council.
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Driving and Commuting from KidlingtonKidlington sits close to the A4260, providing a key road connection between Oxford and the surrounding area.
The location also provides access towards the A34 and M40, making road travel towards destinations across Oxfordshire and beyond possible.
Journey times will vary considerably depending on traffic, time of day and destination, so we recommend checking a live journey planner when planning a specific trip.
With Oxford nearby and Oxford Parkway providing rail connections towards Oxford, Bicester Village and London Marylebone, Kidlington can suit people with a variety of commuting patterns.
The best transport option will depend on where you work, your working hours and your preferred way of travelling.
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Walking and cyclingWalking and cycling can also form part of everyday journeys around Kidlington.
Oxfordshire County Council's transport vision for Kidlington includes improving walking, wheeling and cycling connections, alongside public transport and rail improvements.
For shorter local journeys, choosing to walk or cycle can provide an alternative to using the car.
Living at Juniper Green
Juniper Green is coming soon to Water Eaton Lane, Kidlington.
Its location provides access to the wider Kidlington transport network, with Oxford Parkway and Oxford within the surrounding area.
Plan your journey
For the latest information about routes, timetables, fares, roadworks and travel changes, check the relevant transport provider or Oxfordshire County Council before travelling.
