Administration is provided by the Oxford University Software Engineering Programme. There is a shuttle-bus to Canary Wharf, which is close by. Canary Wharf is the fifth station. Allow at least an hour for the journey.
Taxis are likely to be no quicker, and much more expensive.
Again, allow more than an hour for the journey. If you are staying at one of the hotels, they may be able to offer alternatives. The only charge for FMERail Workshop 2 is GBP 55 to cover lunches and refreshments on both days. For security concerns at Canary Wharf, advance registration is required. Contact Maureen York at Oxford University Engineering Programme for registration.