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

The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to York start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £162. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oxford to York?

The average train journey time from Oxford to York is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Oxford to York route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Oxford to York departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:11.

Train Oxford to York from £31

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oxford to York on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Oxford	3h 50m	11:30	York	No tags
Train	08:39	Oxford	3h 51m	12:30	York	No tags
Train	15:10	Oxford	3h 51m	19:01	York	No tags
Train	16:10	Oxford	3h 13m	19:23	York	No tags
Train	16:40	Oxford	3h 50m	20:30	York	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oxford to York

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 17mAverage duration

153 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£46 - £352	Average duration3h 17m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£28 - £28	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg 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. 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 £46

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford to York 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 Oxford to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to York start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £162. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oxford to York?
The average train journey time from Oxford to York is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Oxford to York route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxford to York?
The earliest train from Oxford to York departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:11.

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

£45

10/12

£64

Today

£55

12/12

£31

13/12

No data

14/12

No data

15/12

£70

16/12

£62

The cheapest trip from Oxford to York was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £31

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

You can expect to pay from £31 to £341 for a train ticket from Oxford to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-12.