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Ashmolean Museum

How To Reach Ashmolean Museum

Traveling to the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

The Ashmolean Museum is located in the heart of Oxford, a historic city in the United Kingdom. Here's how you can reach the museum:

Address

Ashmolean Museum
Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH, United Kingdom

By Train

Oxford is well-connected by train to cities across the UK. The national railway network services include:

  • From London Paddington – around an hour.
  • From Birmingham New Street – around an hour.
  • From Manchester Piccadilly – about three hours.

Once you arrive at the Oxford railway station, the museum is a short walk of about 10-15 minutes to the east or a 5-minute taxi ride.

By Bus

Several coach services operate between Oxford and other major cities. The two main operators are:

  • Oxford Tube: Services to and from London.
  • X90: Also provides a service to and from London.

Long-distance buses arrive at Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is only a 5-minute walk from the museum.

By Car

Oxford city center is a controlled parking zone, and parking is limited. Visitors are encouraged to use the Park and Ride services that operate from various locations on the outskirts of Oxford:

  • Pear Tree (North)
  • Redbridge (South)

These services provide convenient and frequent bus trips directly into the city center, close to the Ashmolean Museum.

By Bike

Oxford is a bike-friendly city with numerous bike racks and hire shops. Bicycles can be parked at the Museum's forecourt.

By Air

The nearest major airports are:

  • London Heathrow: Approximately 1 hour by bus (The Airline coach service).
  • London Gatwick: Approximately 2 hours by bus (The Airline coach service).

Local Transportation

Once in Oxford, you can also use the local bus services operated by:

  • Oxford Bus Company
  • Stagecoach

Bus routes 8 and 9 stop at Beaumont Street adjacent to the museum. Alternatively, taxis are readily available throughout the city.

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