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Althorp

Althorp from Bicester

Althorp, an easy day from Bicester. 57 minutes each way, near enough, over 34.8 miles. The house is north of Bicester as the crow flies. Expect to pass Brackley and Towcester en route. Althorp dates to 1508. Althorp is Grade I listed. Bicester North station dates from 1910. Historic England lists Bicester's The Old Vicarage at Grade II*. Bicester is classed as a market town.

How the day runs

In Bicester, the chauffeur collects from wherever you are staying. Opening: house and grounds open daily during a summer season (2026: 1 July to 31 August). The car brings you to the entrance of Althorp and stays close for the return. Pair it with Holdenby House, 15 minutes by road. Going home, allow 56 minutes to Bicester. From the Oxford base, Bicester is 17.7 miles and 29 minutes via the A4144 and A34.

  • Bicester to Althorp57 min, 34.8 miles, in clear traffic
  • Althorp to Bicester56 min, 34.6 miles, in clear traffic

Times are for clear roads. Allow longer on event days and at peak hours.

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How many miles is Althorp from Bicester?

34.8 miles via the B4100, A43 and A5076, 57 minutes in clear traffic; 56 minutes back.

Can we add a second house?

Holdenby House is 15 minutes from Althorp.

Which way does the car go from Bicester?

Via the B4100, A43 and A5076, passing Brackley and Towcester; 34.8 miles in all.

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