Oxford's close proximity to several international airports offers an easy access from Europe, Americas and the rest of the world. Oxford is situated close to a number of international airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted) and has excellent road, train and bus connections with these airports and with the rest of the UK.
St Hilda's College - an affiliate college of the University of Oxford - is conveniently located in Cowley Place (clik here for map), only at a few minutes taxi drive from Oxford train and main bus stations and within a walking distance of the centre of the town. See below for a map:
How to find St Hilda's College
St Hilda's College has good disabled access and facilities.
Travel to Oxford
Opinions expressed below are for information only. Delegates are responsible for making their own travel arrangements and may find provided links helpful in organising their journey.
By Taxi in Oxford: There are a number of licenced taxi operators in Oxford, for example, Airports (+1993 881103), Radiotaxis (+1865 242424) Findlay Chauffer Service (+1865 736800), ABC Taxis (+1865 770077, +1865 775577), 001 Taxis (+1865 240000) Royal Cars (+1865 777333). There is also a taxi rank near Gloucester Green Bus Station and outside Oxford Train Station.
By Air: The most convenient airport for Oxford is London Heathrow. There is a frequent Bus service from Heathrow (Bay 11 at the Central Coach Station) to Oxford (travel time approximately 70min to Terminals 1,2 and 3, and 90min to Terminal 4). St. Hilda's College is only a few minutes walk from the St Clement's Bus stop. There is also a good train connection between Heathrow and Oxford. London Gatwick Airport is a little further but again has a direct bus connection with Oxford. A number of economy airline from Europe use London Stansted Airport but it has a less frequent bus connection with Oxford.
By Bus: There is a frequent bus service (every 8-10 minutes at peak hours) between Oxford and London operated by Oxford Bus Company and Stagecoach/The Oxford Tube. There are bus connections with many cities of the UK, including a direct service to Cambridge. Taxis can be ordered in advance or are available from the taxi rank just outside the bus station. If travelling from London or Heathrow, please get off at St Clement's bus stop which is only a few minutes walk from St Hilda's College.
By Train: There are frequent direct trains between Oxford and London and regular links with the rest of the UK. Please visit the Network Rail website below for more information about train schedules (or telephone 08457 484950). Taxis can be ordered in advance or are available from the taxi rank just outside the train station. Taxi jouney from Oxford Train Station to St Hilda's College is about 10-15 minutes depending upon traffic conditions.
By Car: There are no parking facilities at St Hilda's College but there is limited free parking available just outside the College. Therefore, we suggest you do not travel by car unless unavoidable. You may also park your car in a number of Park & Ride car parks just out side the city and travel into the city on public transport. More information about Park & Ride car parks is available on the City of Oxford website below. Oxford is accessible via A40 at junction 8/8A on M40 from London. Please use the RAC Route Planner for other UK cities.
For more information about airports, train and bus travel to Oxford, planning your route, and for general information about the City of Oxford, please click on a related links below:
Useful links for travel and local information:
Major Airports
UK BAA Airports: http://www.baa.com
London Heathrow Airport: http://www.baa.co.uk/main/airports/heathrow
London Gatwick Airport: http://www.baa.co.uk/main/airports/gatwickLondon Stansted Airport: http://www.baa.co.uk/main/airports/stansted
Train and Bus Travel
Network Rail: http://www.railtrack.co.uk
Oxford Bus Company: http://www.oxfordbus.co.uk
The Oxford Tube: http://www.stagecoachbus.com/oxfordshire
The City of Oxfordhttp://www.oxford.gov.uk/tourism
RAC Route Planner
http://rp.rac.co.uk/routeplanner
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