How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Oxford?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Oxford start from $74. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Oxford?

The average train ride duration from Leicester to Oxford is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 61 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Leicester to Oxford route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Oxford?

The earliest train departs from Leicester to Oxford at 7:22am. And the latest train departs at 5:50pm.

Train Leicester to Oxford from $61

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Oxford on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50pm	Leicester	2h 24m	7:14pm	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	5:50pm	Leicester	2h 23m	8:13pm	Oxford	Fastest
Train	6:50pm	Leicester	2h 24m	9:14pm	Oxford	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Oxford on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:22am	Leicester	2h 19m	9:41am	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	7:22am	Leicester	2h 19m	9:41am	Oxford	Fastest
Train	7:50am	Leicester	2h 27m	10:17am	Oxford	No tags
Train	7:50am	Leicester	2h 27m	10:17am	Oxford	No tags
Train	8:18am	Leicester	2h 20m	10:38am	Oxford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:45 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Oxford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

59 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $43	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$74 - $271	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $18	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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. Travelers 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 $74

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Oxford by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $74. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Oxford?
The average train ride duration from Leicester to Oxford is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 61 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Leicester to Oxford route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Oxford?
The earliest train departs from Leicester to Oxford at 7:22am. And the latest train departs at 5:50pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Leicester to Oxford was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $84

To 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 $84 to $113 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 $84 which is on 2025-12-13.