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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 | Manchester Piccadilly | Oxford | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Oxford | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Oxford | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Oxford
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 R 319, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 652 - R 1 125 | Average duration3h 45m | 5kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 497 - R 6 909 | Average duration2h 49m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 319 - R 613 | Average duration2h 50m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Oxford?
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Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK
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 497
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Oxford start from R 497. The average price for this train route is around R 2 464. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 203 km. The quickest train can get 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 8 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.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Oxford was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 470To 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 R 470 to R 6 616 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 R 470, which is on 2025-12-14.
