How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Oxford?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Oxford start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Oxford?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Oxford is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 126 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Oxford route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Oxford?

The earliest train from Manchester to Oxford departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:25.

Train Manchester to Oxford from £22

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Oxford on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 51m	10:16	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 48m	20:13	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:25	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 51m	10:16	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 49m	11:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:25	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 49m	11:14	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Oxford on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:25	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 49m	18:14	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	09:27	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 46m	12:13	Oxford	Fastest
Train	08:26	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 47m	11:13	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:26	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 47m	11:13	Oxford	No tags
Train	09:27	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 46m	12:13	Oxford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 23:19 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Oxford

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

127 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£30 - £51	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £308	Average duration2h 49m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £28	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Oxford?

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Oxford

A
Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £23

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Oxford start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Oxford?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Oxford is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 126 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Oxford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Oxford?
The earliest train from Manchester to Oxford departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/11

£47

27/11

£25

Today

£60

29/11

£25

30/11

£28

01/12

£25

02/12

£29

03/12

£25

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Oxford was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

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

You can expect to pay from £25 to £294 for a train ticket from Manchester to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-29.