Train from York to Oxford: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from York to Oxford on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
York
OxfordNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
York
OxfordNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
York
OxfordNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
York
OxfordNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
York
OxfordNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from York to Oxford

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3h 5mAverage duration
153 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£33 - £39Average duration8h 39m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£33 - £358Average duration3h 5m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£30 - £30Average duration3h 10m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from York to Oxford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from York to Oxford?

    The cheapest train tickets from York to Oxford start from £33. The average price for this train route is around £161. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from York to Oxford?

    The average train journey time from York to Oxford is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the York to Oxford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from York to Oxford?

    The earliest train from York to Oxford departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 17:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£55
11/12
£56
Today
£57
13/12
No data
14/12
No data
15/12
£31
16/12
£72
17/12
£45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from York to Oxford was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Oxford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £31 to £342 for a train ticket from York to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-15.

People from around the world trust Busbud