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Playhouse in Oxford Travel Guide
The Playhouse in Oxford is a popular theatre located in the heart of the city. Here are several ways to get to the theatre using different modes of transportation.
Get to the Playhouse by Foot
If you're already in the city centre, walking to the Playhouse is a great option. The theatre is located on Beaumont Street, just a short walk from the city centre and other attractions. There are sidewalks and pedestrian crossings along the way, making it a safe and pleasant walk.
If you're already in the city centre, walking to the Playhouse is a great option. The theatre is located on Beaumont Street, just a short walk from the city centre and other attractions. There are sidewalks and pedestrian crossings along the way, making it a safe and pleasant walk.
Get to the Playhouse by Rail
The nearest rail station to the Playhouse is Oxford Station, which is located on the Great Western Railway line. From the station, exit onto Park End Street and turn left. Follow the road until you reach the city centre, then turn right onto Beaumont Street. The theatre is located on the right-hand side of the road.
The nearest rail station to the Playhouse is Oxford Station, which is located on the Great Western Railway line. From the station, exit onto Park End Street and turn left. Follow the road until you reach the city centre, then turn right onto Beaumont Street. The theatre is located on the right-hand side of the road.
Get to the Playhouse by Tube
The Playhouse is not directly served by the London Underground. However, the nearest tube stations are in London, and you can take a train from Paddington Station to Oxford Station, and follow the directions above.
The Playhouse is not directly served by the London Underground. However, the nearest tube stations are in London, and you can take a train from Paddington Station to Oxford Station, and follow the directions above.
Get to the Playhouse by Car
Driving to the Playhouse is not recommended due to limited parking availability and traffic congestion in the city centre. However, there are several public car parks in the vicinity, including the Worcester Street Car Park and the Westgate Car Park.
Get to the Playhouse by Bus
The theatre is well-served by local buses, with several services stopping nearby. The following bus routes stop at the Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is just a short walk from the Playhouse: 2, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 4A, 4B, 4C, 5, 5A, 5B, 6, 6A, 6B, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31, 35, 37, 40, 43, 44, 66, 70, 100, and 280.
The theatre is well-served by local buses, with several services stopping nearby. The following bus routes stop at the Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is just a short walk from the Playhouse: 2, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 4A, 4B, 4C, 5, 5A, 5B, 6, 6A, 6B, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31, 35, 37, 40, 43, 44, 66, 70, 100, and 280.
Get to the Playhouse by Bike
Cycling to the Playhouse is a great option if you live nearby or want to avoid traffic and parking fees. There are several bike racks available nearby, including on Beaumont Street and in the Worcester Street Car Park.
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