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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Leicester | Oxford | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Leicester | Oxford | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Leicester | Oxford | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Oxford
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 608, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 608 - R 737 | Average duration2h 50m | 2kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 1 264 - R 4 672 | Average duration2h 25m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 296 - R 296 | Average duration1h 30m | 4kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
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 R 1 264
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Oxford start from R 1 264. The average price for this train route is around R 1 462. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Oxford?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Oxford is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 99 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Oxford route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Oxford?
The earliest train from Leicester to Oxford departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 17:50.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Oxford was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 437To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leicester to Oxford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 437 to R 1 946 for a train ticket from Leicester to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 437, which is on 2025-12-13.
