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Visit Blenheim Palace car-free
It’s easy to reach Blenheim car-free. There are frequent buses from Oxford and Oxford Parkway stations and connecting trains from London and other cities. Use our journey planner above to get train and bus times.
Green travel discount isn’t available during the Christmas at Blenheim event and light trail. 30% green travel discount is available again for visits from 4th January 2024 – book online using code GREEN30 at checkout and show proof of travel by bus, train or bike on arrival. Offer valid for Palace, Park & Garden tickets (not valid for Privilege Pass tickets or Park and Garden Tickets).
Cyclists are welcome. Blenheim Palace is 8 miles north of Oxford, on National Route 5. There are bike stands at the Palace. Plan your route here.
There are taxi ranks at Oxford Station and Oxford Parkway Station, or you can book in advance from Townhouse Taxis 07766 743081 or Woodstock Taxis 07523 714377.
Enjoy a scenic journey on the Cotswold Line to Hanborough and a short bus ride to Blenheim.
A group of 3 or more can save 34% on journeys with Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railway with GroupSave.
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Here’s some information on accessibility on buses and trains. And here’s information on accessibility at Blenheim Palace.
Getting to Blenheim Palace car-free
Here's our recommended route to Blenheim Palace. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By bus and coach
Buses from Oxford
Stagecoach bus S3 and bus S7 run from Oxford City Centre to Woodstock (for Blenheim) frequently. Bus S3 and bus S7 leave from Oxford Railway Station (Stop R5) and also pick up at Magdalen Street (Stop C4). The journey to Blenheim takes 30-40 minutes. Buses stop outside the main entrance, from where it’s a 10-minute stroll through the park to Blenheim Palace.
By Coach from London
Regular coached run from London Victoria Coach Station to Oxford’s Gloucester Green Bus Station (connect to Blenheim on bus S3 from Bay 8). Visit oxfordtube.com for prices and times.
By train
By train and bus via Oxford Parkway
There are two trains an hour from London Marylebone to Oxford Parkway (via High Wycombe, Haddenham and Thame Parkway and Bicester Village). Then hop on bus S7 from Stop E for Blenheim. Buses run frequently and the journey takes 15 minutes.
By train and bus via Oxford
There are direct trains to Oxford Station from London Paddington (via Reading and Didcot Parkway), from the North via Birmingham and from the South Coast. Then take bus S3 or bus S7 from Stop R5 for Blenheim. Buses run every 30 minutes and the journey takes 40 minutes.
By train and bus via Hanborough
There are also hourly trains to Hanborough from London, Reading and Oxford, as well as from Great Malvern, Worcester and stations on the Cotswold Line. Then hop on bus S7. THe journey takes about 5 minutes.
About Blenheim Palace
The picture-perfect British stately home of Blenheim Palace sits among more than 2000 acres of extraordinary landscaped Parkland and Formal Gardens. Wander through the artful landscapes of famous garden designer Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown as well as majestic Water Terraces, the Duke's Private Italian Garden and the tranquil Secret Garden. Inside the palace explore the gilded State Rooms and priceless collections set against striking stonework.
For any queries about visiting contact Blenheim Palace on 01993 810530 or customerservice@blenheimpalace.com
Address: Woodstock OX20 1PP. Visit Website