How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Oxford?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Oxford start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 813. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Oxford?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Oxford is 1h 14m, covering a distance of 90 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Oxford route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry , Chiltern Railways .

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

The earliest train from Birmingham to Oxford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:03.

Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Oxford?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways , with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Oxford?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Oxford?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Oxford?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Birmingham to Oxford from R 215

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Oxford on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:03	Coleshill Parkway	1h 38m	09:41	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	17:34	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	18:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:00	Coleshill Parkway	2h 14m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:00	Coleshill Parkway	2h 14m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Coleshill Parkway	1h 38m	09:41	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Oxford on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Birmingham New Street	1h 2m	16:35	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	13:33	Birmingham New Street	1h 2m	14:35	Oxford	Fastest
Train	11:02	Coleshill Parkway	2h 11m	13:13	Oxford	No tags
Train	11:02	Coleshill Parkway	2h 11m	13:13	Oxford	No tags
Train	12:01	Coleshill Parkway	2h 12m	14:13	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Oxford on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	09:41	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	17:34	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	18:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Coleshill Parkway	1h 38m	09:41	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Oxford on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	09:41	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	17:34	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	18:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Coleshill Parkway	1h 38m	09:41	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Oxford on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:33	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	09:41	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	17:34	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	18:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Coleshill Parkway	1h 38m	09:41	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Oxford on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:33	Birmingham New Street	1h 5m	10:38	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	17:34	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	18:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:31	Coleshill Parkway	1h 43m	09:14	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Coleshill Parkway	1h 38m	09:41	Oxford	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham 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 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

93 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 204 - R 1 216	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 228 - R 3 157	Average duration1h 14m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 136 - R 315	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Chiltern Railways

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Oxford by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Oxford start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 813. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Oxford?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Oxford is 1h 14m, covering a distance of 90 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Oxford route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Oxford?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Oxford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 22:03.
Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Oxford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Oxford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Oxford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Oxford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 442

10/12

R 442

Today

R 522

12/12

R 592

13/12

R 583

14/12

R 335

15/12

R 443

16/12

R 443

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Oxford was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 335

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

You can expect to pay from R 335 to R 3 015 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 335, which is on 2025-12-14.